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Mentoring Stories: A Match Made for Adventure
Meet R and her mentor, Tina—a match made for adventure! Read their heartwarming story and see why mentoring means the world to tamariki.
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Mar 132 min read
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Mentoring Matters: Why Become a Mentor
There are a million reasons to become a mentor. We've asked our mentors to share their reasons for becoming a mentor.
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Mar 102 min read
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Your First Step to Mentoring: What to expect at a mentor info session
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a mentor? Attending a mentor information session is your first step to finding out!
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 52 min read
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Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Mentor
We’ve answered some of the most common questions to help you take the first step toward becoming a mentor.
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 54 min read
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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!
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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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!
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 5, 20244 min read
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The Impact of Youth Mentoring
Mentoring matters for children of prisoners, who often come from unstable pasts and uncertain futures.
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 13, 20232 min read
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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...
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Jul 6, 20231 min read
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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.
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
May 17, 20231 min read
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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...
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Mar 1, 20231 min read
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Pillars Expands our Tamariki and Rangatahi’s Inner Strength and Builds on Mentoring Connections
Providing tamariki and rangatahi with quality mentor relationships has always been a main priority for Pillars. Our most recent mentoring...
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 8, 20231 min read
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“When the sails are strong a ship has no reason to fear turbulence.”
Pillars has set its sails and continued through waves of lockdowns and community cases. Our whānau has been affected by Covid-19. We are...
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 8, 20231 min read
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Innovative Ways Mentors Have Stayed Connected During Lockdown
Facetimes with fun filters, Tik-Tok dances, food parcels, activities and games are just some of the fun ways Pillars mentors are...
Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
Feb 8, 20231 min read
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