Building a Tāngata Whai Ora-led Aotearoa

Kites Trust exists to empower Tangata Whaiora (people seeking wellbeing) to lead their own journeys with freedom, dignity, and self- determination. We are grounded in a commitment to community, creativity, and liberation.

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Our team is made up of experts with lived experience, passionate about providing the support you need. We understand the challenges and are here to offer compassionate, practical guidance every step of the way.

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  • Celebrating Connection and Insight: Our Journey with Whitireia’s Peer Support Research Project

    Celebrating Connection and Insight: Our Journey with Whitireia’s Peer Support Research Project

    Last year, we had the incredible opportunity to be part of a meaningful peer support research initiative led by Whitireia. This project explored the power of peer support in our communities, and we were honoured to contribute our voices and experiences to such an important kaupapa.  Importantly, the research was grounded in recommendations from both the […]

  • Kites Strategy Workshop: A Collective Vision for the Future

    Kites Strategy Workshop: A Collective Vision for the Future

    In early April, the Kites Trust whānau—both board and staff—came together for a transformative two-day strategy workshop led by the phenomenal Katerina Kupenga of Arahina Consultancy. It was more than just a planning session; it was a space to reflect, reconnect, and reimagine our future together. Grounding Ourselves in Purpose Held in Lyall Bay, the […]

  • Reflection on Our First Peer Community of Practice Event

    Reflection on Our First Peer Community of Practice Event

    Stepping into our first Peer Community of Practice (CoP) event, my main goal was simple: to bring everyone together in person, spark connection, and see what ideas might emerge. What unfolded was far more meaningful than I anticipated. Held in the beautiful setting of Whakamaru, the event had a warm, welcoming energy. What stood out […]

  • Team Talk: Behind the Scenes at Kites Trust on Wellington Access Radio

    Team Talk: Behind the Scenes at Kites Trust on Wellington Access Radio

    Last week I had the privilege of interviewing two of my incredible colleagues Madeline and Megan. Megan is our Service Manager at Kites Trust; she manages our wonderful Peer Support team operating in the hospital wards and in the community around Pōneke. Madeline is our Strategic Projects Manager, who dreams up possibilities for the future […]

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