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Contents
Auckland Regional Branch update..
Opportunities for young people..
Events, training, meetings for people who work with young people.
In other news.
Auckland Regional Branch
2010 is a big year for the Auckland Regional branch. We have the birth of ‘Super City' and as a branch we are connecting with the Sector to have a voice through this process ensuring the Youth Sector is heard. The Local Government (Auckland Law Reform) Bill (3rd Bill) has been released and open for submissions. This is some light reading over the Christmas Break and later in January we will release a summary of key points that pertain to the youth sector and a draft submission prepared on behalf of our Auckland Members will be emailed out to members for their use as a template. Submissions close on 12/02/2010. For more information check out the web link http://www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/government/2009/0112/latest/DLM2635001.html?search=ts_bill_Auckland_resel&p=1&sr=1
And of course we are hosting ‘INVOLVE Connect - Together we are stronger' in November and a number of our committee are involved in the planning of this. Along with these two large projects we are also going to focus on training and qualifications for the Youth Sector in 2010.
We look forward to working and meeting with you in 2010!
Auckland Supercity
Auckland Social Policy Forum consultation with Elizabeth Rowe & Dr. Emma Davies
Part of the Takapuna Supercity Seminar Series,North Shore City Council, Raeburn House, and NSCSS partner up to bring you the next of their series of interactive workshops. Light lunch is provided, everyone is welcome.
Hosted by? North Shore City Council, Raeburn House, and NSCSS
Support your mates, gather your entourage, and see you there!
Verbal Submissions in Action!
NZAAHD Auckland Branch and YouthworX will be listing the times and dates of all verbal submissions related to youth, youth development and the sector on our website. We encourage you to head along and support your sector colleagues at the submission table! The more of us seen in the room supporting one another, being coordinated as a sector, and being committed... the better!
What do I bring? Your awesome self, your most fabulous energy, and lots of aroha to share with your sector colleagues
We're nearly there Just Support one another and let's show a consolidated front! Kia kaha.
Committee Meetings
The committee meets to discuss key sector issues in the region and to plan upcoming activities. To attend a committee meeting please contact the Chairperson: Kathryn Doughty [
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Opportunities for Young People
Spirit of Adventure
The Spirit of Adventure Trust was established in 1972 by Lou Fisher and is dedicated to the youth of New Zealand. It offers teenagers, the unique opportunity to sail around the Hauraki Gulf on the icon tall ship, Spirit of New Zealand, providing a leadership development programme.
10-Day Youth Development Voyage
The 10-Day Youth Development Voyage takes onboard 40 trainees (15-18 years), with an equal mix of females and males, all total strangers. The value of teamwork becomes very apparent, as does resilience, teambuilding skills, co-operation, communication, confidence, tolerance, and leadership. Each year 1,200 trainees from throughout the country participate in the programme.
During their voyage trainees are presented with a number of diverse opportunities and activities that ensure they learn a great deal about themselves and develop as individuals.
Friendship, fun and laughter run high, as trainees complete the many characteristics of the programme - tramping trips ashore, learning to sail the luggers, beach cleaning (supporting environmental education and sustainability), hoisting and setting the very large and heavy sails, climbing the ratlines to loosen or stow sails 30 metres above the deck, not to forget the dawn swim. The horseshoe-shaped amphitheatre at the stern holds evening activities such as public speaking, presentations, debates, movies and games.
Skills learnt during the voyage prepare trainees for Trainee Day - the final day when they elect their own crew and are given complete control of the ship and are responsible for getting her back to base.
Enquiries:
09 373 2060
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Youth Parliament provides young people with an opportunity for MPs, government officials and the public to hear their ideas, hopes and aspirations. Youth Parliament 2010 will be held on 6 and 7 July 2010 in Wellington.
The target age range is 16-18 years.
It would be great to see Māori youth put their names forward to be candidates.
Calling for candidates
On 8 February 2010 the Minister of Youth Affairs launched the Youth Parliament candidate selection process.
Members of Parliament have been asked to select their candidate by Friday 26 March 2010.
Perhaps you or someone you know has a candidate in mind. If so, please provide them with the above information.
To apply as a Youth MP for Youth Parliament 2010, applicants are asked to contact:
Billets for Youth Parliament delegates Tuesday 6 July 2010 in Wellington
Billets - a call has been made to billet the members of the Youth Parliament in Wellington on the evening of 6 July 2010. Each Youth delegate will require a bed and dinner on the night of Tuesday 6 July, and breakfast on the morning of Wednesday 7 July. If you think you could help with this please email
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Simon Ngawhika
(04) 8196089 | (027) 2808926 |
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Events, training, Meetings for people who work with young people
Bullying Forum
The Back to School Network and the Mental Health Foundation bring you The Bullying Forum on the 13th of April 2010.
Attached is an invitation and registration form to attend the upcoming full-day forum featuring experts and practitioners currently working in research and programmes in and around schools to combat the issue of bullying.
The following professionals will be presenting around the issues:
Dr Janis Carroll-Lind - Children's Commission
Kate Butterfield - Rape Prevention Education
Yvonne Duncan, Christina Barruel and Jonnie Black - The Peace Foundation
Mike Williams - Guidance Counsellor, Edgewater College
Jo Robertson, Siobhan Harrod - LearnEd (formerly facilitators of the Student Wellbeing Contract with the Ministry of Education)
The day will also consist of a panel discussion with Yvonne Duncan, Jo Robertson, Dr. Janis Carroll-Lind, Mike Williams and Lee Chisholm
The day's proceedings are to be held at the Onehunga Community Centre and will run from 8:30am-5pm. The Forum is free of charge and all catering is provided.
Numbers are limited, so please ensure that you register by email, fax or mail before Friday 9 April.
Thank you. I look forward to seeing you all there in April!
The Peace Foundation invites you to apply as Cool Schools Peer Mediation Trainer.
We seek a person who has the ability to develop empathetic relationships across age groups and cultures. The following essential skills are needed for the position: a) excellent oral and written communication skills; b) organisational skills; c) proficiency in computer/IT especially with MS Office applications i.e. MS Word and PowerPoint; and d) can work flexible hours, i.e. evenings and weekends. Experience in teaching at primary and secondary schools is an advantage. The position is initially a part time role but is intended to become full time.
Sue Tregurtha Client Services Administrator The Peace Foundation ph. 09-373-2379
YWCA Mentors - Auckland
Would you like to make a difference? Be more involved with your community? Have you ever thought about mentoring?
Mentors are ordinary everyday women who have a positive influence on high-school aged young women doing everyday things.
If you live in South Auckland and care about the future of New Zealand's young women you may have what it takes to become an inspiration, a role model, and a friend to one of these young students.
To become a mentor we will provide you the skills, all you need is to be committed to weekly texts or phone calls, monthly face to face catch ups, and an overall minimum 2 year commitment.
The YWCA Future Leaders Programme is a free mentoring programme that changes the lives of young women aged 14-18 years and possibly yours.
Currently mentors are being recruited for the Future Leaders programme at McAuley High School (Otahuhu) and Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate (Otara). The next mentor training day will be held on Saturday 13th March 2010.
For more information:
w: www.akywca.org.nz | p: 09 375 9242 | e:
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