Day: February 17, 2026

Kaha on the Coast

Kaha on the Coast was all about giving care experienced rangatahi the chance to try something bold, exciting, and totally new – surfing. Across three action-packed sessions in Waimarama, 16 rangatahi aged 12–19 took part in a mix of education, pool training, and surf lessons, guided by the incredible crews from Sport Hawke’s Bay and […]

Voices at Velocity

In early February, 22 tamariki and rangatahi (aged 2–18), alongside 7 caregivers, came together in Hastings for an afternoon full of energy, connection and fun at Voices at Velocity. VOYCE at Velocity was all about movement, laughter and tūhono (connection). From high-energy bouncing and trying out flips and tricks, to sharing pizza and kōrero, the […]

Style and Shade – Papamoa

On 22 January, our Papamoa office was transformed into a vibrant, welcoming space for Style and Shade – a confidence-building event led by Jessica and Cindy for rangatahi aged 14–17. Designed to bring young people together in a relaxed and uplifting environment, the afternoon gave taiohi the chance to explore clothing and makeup, express their […]

Care Day 2026

World Care Day is an international celebration of children and young people who grew up in care, and is celebrated by a collective of nine global organisations that represent and/or advocate for those with care experience. These are: EPIC in Ireland, VOYPIC in Northern Ireland, Who Cares? Scotland, Become Charity in the UK, Voices from […]

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.