Lack of educational opportunities

Provides educational programs and activities focused on reforestation planting, open space management, and kaitiakitanga (guardianship), offering rangatahi valuable learning experiences and knowledge.

Limited access to spaces for active recreation

Provides rangatahi with a safe and engaging recreational space where they can connect with nature, explore, and participate in outdoor activities.

Lack of youth engagement

Encourages rangatahi to actively participate in co-design, guardianship, and maintenance activities, fostering a sense of ownership, pride, and community engagement.

Environmental awareness and sustainability

Promotes environmental sustainability practices, raising rangatahi's awareness of environmental issues and their role in preserving and caring for the natural environment.

Skill development and empowerment

Rangatahi will have the opportunity to develop various skills, such as leadership, teamwork, open space management, and cultural preservation, empowering them for future personal and professional growth.