Mātua Atawhai are approved caregivers who provide a safe, nurturing and culturally appropriate environment for mokopuna (children) and taitamariki (youth) who cannot live with their parents or usual caregivers.

A NISS led initiative that addresses food insecurity through community collaboration and strengthens the existing kai support network across the rōhe.

We support whanau and tamariki who may need to engage with the Kaikohe Family Court. We work, advocate and support whānau to prepare and navigate the family court processes.

We collaborate with whānau to connect with their whakapapa. We facilitate decision-making hui to advocate for tamariki and whānau's needs, enabling wellbeing and growth. We advocate for Ngāpuhi mokopuna and their whānau navigating the system, ensuring their voices and needs are met.

(Whānau Healing and Restoration) - We work with Ngāpuhi whānau to address intergenerational trauma and find ways to achieve Hauora and well-being. We use a therapeutic process to understand and support the dynamics of their whānau.

(Youth work & Development) - Our mentoring service for taitamariki aged 11-17 is dedicated to celebrating our Ngāpuhi whakapapa to guide our youth.

We aim to facilitate support for whānau we work with including navigating hardship, holistic healing, getting through the courts, advocacy, whānau hui and safety planning.

We offer youth-focused activities and community events that provide opportunities for engagement and growth and encourage a strong sense of identity.

Our team of Ngāpuhi Kaiārahi use their diverse talents and skills to journey alongside taitamariki to support their growth and development through the ups and downs of transitioning to young adults.