Kyoko and her family fled Japan after the devastating 2011 Fukushima earthquake and nuclear disaster, eventually building a new life in the small, supportive community of Whāingaroa/Raglan.
Roo transitioned from a secure government job to a building apprenticeship, gaining skills and confidence to now build his own house while balancing work and family life.
Grace is focused on finding balance in her life after a period of change and study, aiming to build stronger relationships, settle into familiar spaces, and fully appreciate the present.
Miriam is launching a programme in Tākaka to teach young people about future farming, sustainable food production, and fostering a stronger connection to the land and community through te ao Māori.