Community stories

Every day, providers and communities are doing inspiring work and making meaningful change in their communities. We’re building a kete of stories so everyone can see this too. 

Waihopai Rūnaka share whānau voices

During the design phase of Whānau Resilience, Waihopai Rūnaka spoke with 165 whānau to understand what is important to them and why existing approaches are not always working. What they heard has helped shape Safer Places. Safer Whānau., a service grounded in healing, advocacy and tailored whānau-centred support.

Taumaranui community Whānau Resilience vision

Taumaranui Community Kōkiri Trust worked with whānau and organisations across the community to identify gaps and design a Whānau Resilience service that responds to local needs. What they heard led to the development of Te Hoi Manuka, a kaupapa focused on supporting men through positive role modelling, whakapapa and connection to community.

Te Tai Tokerau Collective

Eight organisations across Te Tai Tokerau are working together to support whānau to live violence free and build stronger, more resilient communities. Guided by the aspirations of whānau, the collective is developing a shared approach to healing, recovery and wellbeing across the region.