THIS MONTH’S QUESTION
What does safety look and feel like to you?
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Sharon highlights how being seen and respected starts with something as simple as correctly saying someone’s name, which fosters safety, belonging, and affirmation. -
Hoani shares how his nan created a safe, loving environment for her community. -
Paul started a boxing program in 2011, creating a whānau-like community that helps vulnerable people - from youth to those with Parkinson's - find strength and connection. -
Lo'an offers daily presence, listening and unconditional acceptance, creating safe spaces for youth. -
Dan George, Tumuaki (Principal) of Victory Primary School, describes how he builds a sense of belonging at school for both children and staff. -
Josh describes how it felt reconnecting with te ao Māori and his whakapapa. -
Barney reflects on how becoming a parent motivated him to actively break intergenerational cycles of violence and addiction, making intentional daily changes to create a safe, healthy home environment for his daughter. -
Imogen describes how finding the Multicultural community created her first experience of true belonging - seeing herself reflected in diverse voices and being chosen as an equal. -
Lisa describes how her mahi creates safety for whānau in crisis by offering free, non-judgemental support that prioritises manaaki (care) and mana motuhake (self-determination). -
After years of navigating conflicting identities, Ahmed now confidently embraces being both Somali and a New Zealander.
LAST MONTH’S QUESTION
What does community mean to you?
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Reflecting on being among the first kura kaupapa generation, Cain shares how what was once seen as an experiment gave lifelong gifts, opening doors for himself, his whānau, and for future generations. -
Meredith reflects on her journey of self-discovery, the transformative power of community, and the importance of creating belonging for oneself and others. -
Tim reflects on how living in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa has shown him both inequities and the deep aroha and manaaki that create lifelong whānau connections. -
Over seven years as a community nurse, Kathleen has witnessed collective care, love, and support during both the highs and lows of everyday life. -
After turning his life around, Michael dedicates himself to feeding his community, embodying the spirit of community, inclusion, and manaakitanga. -
Laura shares her own story of healing from violence, and the strength she finds in helping others through Tūranga Health. -
Hone reflects on the importance of contribution, belonging, and intergenerational support in maintaining connection to whānau and marae. -
Despite being separated from his Māori roots as a child, Papa Rau has grown into a role where he guides and supports others, turning challenges into opportunities to give back. -
Haley speaks about losing her children’s father to suicide, the deep challenges of carrying her whānau through that grief, and the strength she found in her whānau and community.
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