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Inspiring a journey of rediscovery for young parents in West Auckland

Teenage parents are exposed to a myriad of challenges as they navigate their early parenting journey, with feelings of isolation and disconnection contributing to the immense pressures of life with a young child. For a group of young mothers at He Wero o ngā Wāhine in West Auckland, a focus

Glenavon kai village: where kai and community flourish

Nestled in the heart of Glenavon lies a community hub where connections forged through kai are making a significant difference in people’s lives. Servicing this tightknit West Auckland community, the Glenavon Community Hub has embraced a kai village approach to increase community kai resilience, and to create more pathways for

Prioritising health and wellbeing within Pasifika congregations

For Pasifika whānau, churches are the heart of the community delivering far more than spirituality. Alongside religious worship, they provide valuable social interaction, sport and recreational activities, and valuable health and education services. Recognising the integral role of the church in Pasifika communities, Healthy Families Waitākere has been supporting church

Growing a new approach for kai security

In a time of intense socio-economic hardship and growing reliance on food support, local organisations play a pivotal role in leading collaborative and innovative approaches to build food security and resilience. Based in West Auckland, Seed 2 Harvest is a well-established food relief organisation that services all people, predominantly Māori

Indigenous approach taking centre court for Māori and Pasifika coaches

At both grassroots and national level, poitarawhiti (netball) has a huge following in Aotearoa. From the traditions of Saturday morning sport to the national premier league, the sport and the associated camaraderie is an important connector in the community for players, coaches and wider audiences. A project in 2023 prioritised

Inspiring a journey of rediscovery for young parents in West Auckland

Glenavon kai village: where kai and community flourish

Prioritising health and wellbeing within Pasifika congregations

Growing a new approach for kai security

Indigenous approach taking centre court for Māori and Pasifika coaches

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Healthy Active Learning Waikato visit West Auckland

Cleaners’ wellbeing beyond just health and safety

The ‘community of care’ improving the wellbeing of Sāmoan teachers

Using Mana Motuhake o te Kai to achieve kai sovereignty in West Auckland

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