The only youth housing and homelessness collective in Aotearoa
Manaaki Rangatahi
Youths Homeless in '24
%
Families split due to housing
%
Are Under 25yrs
OUR VISION
Ko te
Whakakitenga
Aotearoa New Zealand where every young person has a warm, safe, and secure place to call home.
The Manaaki Rangatahi Youth Homelessness Collective aims to prevent and end youth homelessness in Aotearoa New Zealand through a coordinated, evidence based, Kaupapa Māori approach. This strategic plan outlines our mission, vision, and strategic objectives, drawing on international best practices and local data. Our plan focuses on preventing youth homelessness, increasing housing supply, building strategic partnerships, and developing system-wide enablers. We are a systems change roopu informed by kaupapa Maori and indigenous led solutions straight from the hearts and minds of our sector and rangatahi who are houseless here in Aotearoa.
OUR MISSION
Ko te
Koromakinga
To lead a collective, evidence-based response to prevent and eliminate youth homelessness across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Youth homelessness is a severe violation of basic human rights, manifesting as a failure to provide adequate support to vulnerable young people and their families, especially indigenous young people. This issue has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, cost of living, and failure of successive governments to prioritise the issue. The lack of action from policy makers has heightened housing instability and homelessness for young people across Aotearoa. Yet, international research shows that a dedicated youth response is essential, as youth homelessness differs significantly from adult homelessness in its causes and consequences.
Our 6 Calls to Action
Right to Housing
Enshrine the right to housing by enacting legislation
Government Policy
Prohibit government agencies from releasing youth into homelessness
Prevention strategy
Develop a comprehensive strategy to prevent/end youth homelessness
Data Collection
Collect Data on the Size and Scope of Youth Homelessness in Aotearoa
Commission Research
Commission Research into the Effects of Youth Homelessness on Adult Homelessness
Upskilling
Invest in upscaling and upskilling youth housing/homelessness services
Now You Know Us
Come and join us on our Mission
Get Involved and Make a Difference
We're always eager to partner with passionate organisations and individuals who share our commitment to youth housing and services in Aotearoa. Whether you’re interested in volunteering your time, offering your expertise, providing services, or helping to spread the word, there are numerous ways you can make a difference:
Volunteer
Help us with various initiatives, from organising events to mentoring youth. Your skills and time are invaluable to us.
Support Youth Housing
Contribute to our efforts in improving housing solutions for young people. Your support helps us provide safe and stable living environments.
Assist Youth Services
Get involved in our programs designed to empower and support young people, including counselling, education, and development services.