YOUTH VOICES ACTION CONNECTING THE DOTS...

Ka hono mātou i ngā ira

Youth to services. Services to each other.
Youth voice to decision-makers.

HEY, WELCOME TO YOUTH VOICES ACTION

At Youth Voices Action (YVA), we believe that every young person has something important to say, even if they don't know it yet.

We’re here to help rangatahi find their voice and show them how much they matter. But we don’t stop there. We connect the dots - bringing together youth, whānau, schools, iwi, councils, and services so the whole system works better for young people. Our job is to amplify youth voice, reduce silos, and make sure change happens where it counts - in classrooms, communities, and decision-making tables.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT WHAT WE DO?

WHAT DRIVES US

Check out our video of YouthFest 2025 and meet some of the Youth Panel who helped plan it.

You can also check out our other video to see what our community thought of the event WATCH VIDEO

FOR YOUth

Maybe you’re not sure where you fit in or what you have to offer. Maybe you’ve got ideas but don’t feel like anyone’s listening. We get it. At YVA, we’re here to help you figure out what matters to you and how to speak up. Whether you’re looking for a place to talk, connect, or get involved in your community, we’ve got you.

FIND YOUR VOICE

FOR ORGANISATIONS

If you’re working with youth, you already know they’ve got a lot to say but you might not be reaching the ones who aren’t already raising their hands. We connect you with young people who have untapped potential and perspectives you might be missing. Together, we make sure their voices are part of the conversation in ways that make a real difference in your programmes and in their lives.

WORK WITH US