Promoting safe & effective youth mentoring
Through connections, advocacy, training, and research, the NZ Youth Mentoring Network provides support for the youth mentoring sector in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We believe that intentional mentoring is an essential part of helping taiohi navigate a complex world.
400+
people attend our Youth Mentoring workshops every year who come from...
over 130
organisations across the youth sector & the community, who in turn work with...
10,000+
young people who need support, guidance, and somebody to hear them.
Mentoring works
Mentoring is about helping young people establish a sense of identity and to develop positive aspirations for their future so that they can grow and flourish to their full potential.
FOR MENTORS
Mentoring Resources
We've gathered together a whole raft of resources for people looking to provide mentoring services. Explore our fact sheets for mentors, read about local and international research on mentoring, or dive deeper into what you'll need to establish a mentoring service.
FOR MENTORS
Upskill at one of our workshops
Our popular training workshops cover everything from foundational skills for youth mentoring, through to building quality relationships and developing a Strengths-Based philosophy in your practice. These professional development opportunities are hosted around the country and online - find one near you today.