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Youth Services Directory

Welcome | Nau mai, haere mai

At the Nelson Tasman Youth Workers Collective (NTYWC), we’re here to support the people and organisations who work with young people across our region. Since 1985, our goal has been to strengthen the youth sector by making it more connected, professional, vibrant, and equipped to guide rangatahi toward positive futures.

We offer:

  • Quality training and professional development

  • Opportunities to connect, share, and grow through sector-wide networking

  • Trusted information and navigation support to help young people access the services they need

Our services are free or low-cost, easy to access, and open to anyone working with rangatahi in the Nelson Tasman region.

"Together, we’re building a community that uplifts
and empowers youth - one connection at a time".

Youth service directory

We've created a directory of local and national agencies that offer services for young people, as well as organisations that support those working within the youth sector.

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NTYWC Training and Events

Grow your skills, connect with others, and stay inspired. Our training and events calendar includes workshops, hui, and learning opportunities designed to strengthen youth work practice across the Nelson Tasman region.

Tough as Nails - Engaging with Trauma Impacted Rangatahi

Learn tools to engage with and build rapport with rangatahi in a culturally safe and ethical way.  This workshop is a fascinating combination of brain development, trauma-informed practice, motivational interviewing and therapeutic crisis intervention.

🗓️  Thursday 5 June, 9.00 am - 3.30 pm
📌  Sport Tasman Boardroom, 142 Saxton Road, Stoke
🌐 Information

Connections Hui 

Nelson Tasman Connections Hui
🗓️  Thursday 10 July, 10.30am - 12.00pm (morning tea & korero from 9.30am)
📌  Multicultural Nelson Tasman, 544 Waimea Road, 

Motueka Connections Hui
The people have spoken with their feet.  A whooping 70 people attended the Motueka Connections Hui earlier in the year, so we are pleased to announce a follow-up hui on Tuesday 22 July.  Panui is under construction. 

 

March meeting minutes can be found here.

🗓️  Tuesday 22 July, 10.30am - 12.00pm (morning tea & korero from 9.30am)
📌  The Spot, Old Wharf Road, Motueka

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Make a donation to the Nelson Tasman Youth Workers and help us strengthen the youth sector
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