Te Ara Poutama supports rangatahi aged 15–24 to build confidence, develop life and employment skills, and take steps towards education, employment or training.
We walk alongside our rangatahi to identify their goals, build on their strengths and overcome the barriers that may be getting in the way. Through a mixed-delivery programme of group learning and individual support, we provide practical support, guidance and opportunities to help rangatahi create a future that works for them and their whānau.
Who can enrol in our programme?
- Rangatahi aged 15–24 years.
- Currently NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training).
- Living in East, Central, North or West Auckland.
Our Programme
What to expect:
- Up to 26 weeks of programme support and engagement.
- Group workshops to build life skills and become work and study-ready.
- Career exploration and opportunities to discover different pathways.
- Exposure to the workforce and real-world employment opportunities.
- 1:1 support tailored to your goals and aspirations.
- Work placement support to help you take the next step.
- Up to 26 weeks of post-programme support to help make your transition into education, employment or training smooth and sustainable.
Our Team
Anita Lomas
Raupō Hōkainuku
Education & Employment Team Lead
Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Maniapoto, Kuki Airani, Niue, England
Amber Frankland-Hutchinson
Hōkainuku Rito
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