Mario Karts and Manicures
Last weekend, our tūhono brought together a diverse group of tamariki and rangatahi, ages 5 to 20, for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, food, and self-care. Held in our VOYCE Ōtautahi office, this tūhono featured a variety of activities to cater to all interests, including basketball, video games, pizza, games, and even manicures. The atmosphere […]
“I know how devastating this will be”
4 July 2024 “I know how devastating this will be” – opposition over repeal of Treaty obligations from Oranga Tamariki Act grows, as submissions close. As submissions close over the repeal of section 7AA, care experienced rangatahi are again urging the government not to go through with the controversial move. Children’s Minister Karen Chhour introduced […]
Matariki Craft-ernoon
On a beautiful day, our Ahuriri (Napier) community came together to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, with a series of engaging and fun-filled activities. The event was designed to honour both tamariki and their caregivers, providing a space for creativity, connection, and cultural appreciation. The celebration featured several craft stations where tamariki had the […]
VOYCE opposes The Ram Raids Bill
27 June 2024 Care experienced young people call on government to rethink punitive measures, as petition delivered to parliament. VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai was one of more than 30 organisations to deliver a petition to political leaders yesterday opposing moves to introduce measures to criminalise young children. The Ram Raids Bill, currently before Select Committee, […]
Games Night
Our young people expressed a desire to celebrate Youth Week with a games night, and VOYCE delivered an evening filled with fin and connection. Oranga Tamariki joined us for a 45-minute workshop, inviting the young people to contribute their ides for the All About Me portal. Following the workshop, everyone enjoyed a range of games, […]
Big Play Out
The Big Play Out was a vibrant sports event designed for our tamariki and rangatahi, providing an incredible opportunity to connect with our young care community while promoting an active lifestyle through fun sports activities. Thanks to the generous sponsorship from Sports Hawkes Bay, every young person who attended the event received a sport pack […]
He Tūhono Whakapakari Tinana
Recently, the VOYCE Ōtautahi team held a series of tūhono (events) called He Tūhono Whakapakari Tīnana – the aim of this tūhono was to create open activation spaces for our care community to come together, connect and explore new physical activities that they might not have tried before, interweaving with aspects of Te Whare Tapa […]
Whakakotahi United
In collaboration with Vibe, a Youth One Stop Shop (YOSS) – who provide a range of primary health and social support services for young people aged 10-24 years old in the Hutt Valley, VOYCE celebrated Youth Week. The tūhono was held in Lower Hutt – a free drop in event for rangatahi to come together […]
“Another stab in the back”
21 May 2024 “Another stab in the back” Care experienced young people urge government against repeal of Treaty obligations from Oranga Tamariki Act. As the repeal of section 7AA undergoes its first reading this afternoon in parliament, care experienced rangatahi are again asking the government not to turn its back on them. Children’s Minister Karen Chhour introduced […]
“You Promised, Now Deliver”
09 May 2024 “You promised, now deliver”; VOYCE Rangatira present at Select Committee calling on government to act. VOYCE Rangatira will bravely stand up today on behalf of all care experienced tamariki and rangatahi in Aotearoa, calling on the government to honour their promises made to children in care. The six promises, which stemmed from the United […]