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14 Jun 23
In this issue:
It was something special to see youth mentoring recognised in the recent King's Birthday Honours list.
Ms Ann Dunphy , Chair of NZYMN, was acknowledged as a Member of the NZ Order of Merit (MNZM). The citation highlights her work as a leading educator and her long service in the drive to promote effective and safe mentoring in Aotearoa. Ann is taking this opportunity to spread the good word about intentional youth mentoring and the value of NZYMN.
We also acknowledge our good friend and facilitator Rod Baxter has been awarded an Officer of NZ Order of Merit (ONZM). This recognises his long service in supporting youth and youth workers. It also recognises his current work as CEO of the Prince’s Trust Aotearoa.
This year's Honours list also acknowledges the work of a former NZYMN trustee Frank Solomon and his wife Judy. Although this citation focusses on their current work in age care, we know that Frank and Judy were pivotal in the establishment of the Solomon Group, a group of training establishments that help youth transition from school to work.
Congratulations and thank you for your outstanding mahi and dedication.
Get excited!
Involve 2023 conference programme has just dropped, featuring renowned speakers, interactive workshops, and cutting-edge topics!
The Conference is being held in Tāmaki Makaurau this year from 14 to 16 August 2023.
INVOLVE is the national conference for youth development in Aotearoa. The aim is to gather as many people together to ensure that the sector works cooperatively and cohesively. To find out more https://involve.org.nz/
Register online now. Early bird registrations close on Friday 30 June. https://involve.org.nz/registration
Youth Mentoring at INVOLVE 2023
The NZ Youth Mentoring Network is busy preparing a presentation to feature a highly successful mentoring programme operating in seven secondary schools in Auckland and Northland. (Monday 14 August, 3.15pm - Concurrent session A9)
We will:
We are also pleased to tell you that Dr Hilary Dutton will be sharing her early findings from her current research that focusses on understanding youth experience of disclosure in helping relationships. (Wednesday 16 August, 11am - Concurrent session D6)
From Youth Health to Youth Development, Social Challenges to Climate Change there are topics that will interest you. INVOLVE conferences are always special and a great opportunity to meet colleagues from around the motu. We look forward to seeing you there.
Hamilton - Thursday 20 July 2023
This Workshop is focused on the art of forming and maintaining relationships with young people in mentoring.
You will learn:
Who should attend?
This workshop is for people who work with young people, including: mentors, mentor programme providers, youth workers, educators, school counsellors, pastors, central and local government agency staff and community workers.
Here are all the details
Date and time: Thursday 20 July 2023, 9.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre, 100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3241
Fee: $120 incl. GST and booking fee. The event is fully catered and you will also receive a comprehensive workbook
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/quality-relationships-in-youth-mentoring-hamilton-20-july-2023
Note: Places limited to 25 attendees per workshop so be sure to register asap.
Click here to find out more about the workshop: QualityRelationships
Please pass this e-newsletter on to others in your community who work with young people and have an interest in mentoring.
Ngā mihi nui
Joy Eaton and the NZYMN team
New Zealand Youth Mentoring Network
PO Box 99726 Newmarket
M: 021 468 851
E: joy@youthmentoring.org.nz
