What We Do
Our Mission
“To accept, connect, equip and encourage youth & young adults through the integration of training processes and programs covering life skills/ values, self-awareness, self-esteem/ self-discipline principles and personal growth of all youth/young adults from any ethnicities - inclusive of youth at risk, those marginalised, underprivileged and those having special needs or disabilities in Aotearoa New Zealand”.
Our four core values of H4Y are:
ACCEPT CONNECT EQUIP ENCOURAGE
| ACCEPT | We take youth and young adults right where they’re at. |
| CONNECT | We connect with them through our many effective & resourceful initiatives. |
| EQUIP | We give our youth the tools and life set skills to help them grow into positive influential young men and woman. |
| ENCOURAGE | We never stop giving helping hands, affirming words through caring hearts. We form lifelong connections & develop our youth into mentors and support people themselves. |
We are currently active and working in/with:
Youth Mentoring
“In schools” Wide Eyes youth/ young adult mentor training
“In schools” peer mentor training and support
Youth/ Young Adult Support Group
Youth and Sporting Events
Kiwi Camping & Outdoor Pursuits
Youth Advocacy / Legal Support
Counseling and Crises Support
Parent/ Whanau Support
Relief Accommodation Support
Special Needs Teens—Respite Care and Support.
Financial Assistance
Course Fee Assistance and Scholarships
Life Skills - Health - Tertiary & Vocational Guidance & Support
If you would like to contact us on any of the above mentioned areas for care and support of youth – please email us at info@heartforyouth.org.nz