Youth Wellness
We offer an empathetic and confidential strengths-based approach to help rangatahi navigate life well. We provide free counselling, mentoring and social work support.
Kia Ora!
Nau mai, haere mai! Welcome! We are a registered charity working alongside young people aged 10-24yrs in the Wakatipu Basin. Our kāupapa is to create safe environments, trusted relationships and opportunities to empower our youth to live purposeful and meaningful lives.
Our Vision
Wakatipu youth have the skills, self-worth, well-being, resilience and support they need to reach their full potential.
Our Mission
To provide resources, opportunities, challenges, trusted relationships and safe environments to empower our youth to live positive and healthy lives in their community.
Our Values
Rangatiratanga – Empowering young people to speak for themselves and make decisions aligned with their values.
Manaakitanga – Creating a space where young people can thrive, feel safe, and be themselves, with compassion, respect, and empathy.
Whanaungatanga – Fostering connection with youth, whanau, and the community, recognizing belonging and unity as key to development and resilience.
Whakarerekē – Continuously evolving to meet community needs, adapting services, and prioritizing professional growth.
Haumaru – Ensuring safety across physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, and social aspects while maintaining ethical service delivery.
What We Do
Youth Development
Through our youth centre, life skills education, and engaging programmes, we help young people grow confidence, build relationships, and develop skills that support them throughout life.
School Attendance Service
Our Attendance Service helps students return to school and stay engaged in learning. We work with schools and families to reduce absences and support positive educational outcomes.
Events
We run exciting events year-round, collaborating with schools, community groups, and organisations to create meaningful opportunities for youth to connect, learn, grow, and gain valuable new experiences.
Our Spaces
Whether you’re hosting an event or need a quiet space, we’ve got you covered! When you book with us, you’re supporting a local charity that empowers young people.
Get Involved
Ready to make an impact? Here’s how you can help us!