Day: January 22, 2026

From Foster Care to a Rhodes Scholarship

Isaac is a care-experienced young person whose journey shows what’s possible when tamariki in care are supported to thrive. A former VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai Board of Trustees and National Youth Council member, Isaac is also the co-founder and current Chair of the Board for TE4CL – Kia Eke. He is currently completing a Master’s […]

Promise Three: Learning

Education as a gateway to dreams, rangatahi are supported to achieve aspirations.

Promise One: Care

Every tamaiti receives nurturing, protection, and provision, as any good parent would offer.

Promise Five: Voice

Tamariki and rangatahi are involved in decisions that affect them, and their voices are honoured.

Promise Four: Wellbeing

Timely, accessible, and culturally conscious health and mental health services are available to all taiohi.

Promise Two: Stability

Young people in care experience consistency, safety, and a sense of belonging.

Whānau care is where a child is being raised by someone in their whānau or extended family. Often it means a child living with their grandparents – but could also be another family member like an aunt, uncle or older sibling. Whāngai is the traditional Māori practice of whānau care.