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"All I wanted to do was stand and salute you, to thank you for teaching us today...for putting fire in our bellies.” Judge Ida Malosi’s...
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Nov 72 min read
Bringing Connection This Christmas: A Message from our Social Workers
Here’s what Christmas means to our dedicated social work team and how, with your help, they’re creating lasting impact during the holidays.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Nov 72 min read
Bringing Christmas Magic to Tamariki and Whānau
At Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou, we believe that every child should feel the joy, excitement, and love that make the holidays special.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Oct 302 min read
From First Snowflakes to Lasting Friendships: Our Ski Adventure with Ride Tamariki
An unforgettable snow-filled weekend with Ride Tamariki brought tamariki together for connection, courage and firsts on the slopes!
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 92 min read
Ngā Rangatira Mō Āpōpō: Redefining Rights for Tamariki Impacted by Whānau Incarceration
Here’s a glimpse into the powerful work of rangatahi revising the Children of Incarcerated Parents: Bill of Rights for tamariki in Aotearoa.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 51 min read
How Do I Become a Mentor?
Interested in making a difference in the lives of tamariki impacted by whānau incarceration? Learn how you can become a mentor with us!
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jun 183 min read
We're expanding into West Auckland
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou expands into West Auckland! New support services & a dedicated Youth Mentor role to uplift whānau & tamariki.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 273 min read
Marking a Milestone: Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou and First Foundation Unite for Transformative Youth Development
Three rangatahi have been awarded life-changing scholarships through a transformative new partnership with First Foundation.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 11 min read
Transforming the justice system: Where to from here?
Children of people in prison share their thoughts for a safer and effective justice system.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 11 min read
Pillars Gives back at Christmas!
Pillars provided 150 tamariki with kai and presents this past Christmas
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Nov 23, 20231 min read
Pillars Programme TOHU 6 Prepares Youth For The Future
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou 4-day workshop ‘Tohu 6’ provides rangatahi with support to acquire what they need to enter the workforce and...
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Oct 20, 20231 min read
Don't Criminalise our Children. Stop the Ram Raid Bill
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou is committed to advocating for justice policies to be evidence-led.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 13, 20232 min read
The Impact of Youth Mentoring
Mentoring matters for children of prisoners, who often come from unstable pasts and uncertain futures.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 6, 20231 min read
More Mentors Needed for Children of Prisoners
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou, a charity supporting the children and families of people in prison, is looking for more mentors for children...
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 24, 20231 min read
Creating Positive Futures: Why Tamariki Need More Support in our Justice System
We need the government to put care plans in place for children when a parent goes to prison.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 17, 20231 min read
Pillars and Police Amazing Race event - Preparing Emergency Plans
In the wake of Auckland’s flooding, our community came together to create a plan of action.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 17, 20231 min read
Nau mai haere mai to Pillars 2023 Youth Advisory Panel!
The goal of the Youth Advisory Panel is to communicate our rangatahi’s ideas far and wide.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 17, 20231 min read
Welcome Tuhi Leef - Pillars new General Manager
We are pleased to welcome Tuhi Leef to Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou as our new General Manager.
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Mar 1, 20231 min read
Rangatahi Shine at Pillars First Outdoor Event of the Year
Future All Blacks and Tennis Champs are among our cohort of Pillars young people! Pillars began the day at Counties Manukau Rugby- where...
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Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Mar 1, 20231 min read
Pillars Tamariki has Major Academic Success
Tyson, like many Pillars tamariki, has witnessed significant family harm. With dad in and out of prison, Tyson’s mum, after a turbulent...
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