JAM is a South Auckland programme aimed at empowering youth and reducing conflict and bullying in their communities. Set up more than a decade ago to address tensions between three schools, JAM has grown into a powerful model for youth leadership and connection.
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Youth programme in Hamilton
The Y (formerly known as YMCA) is a not-for-profit organisation focussing on two causes: Youth development and strengthening families
One of the ways we do this is through Raise Up, our youth development programme run by youth for youth. Raise Up activities include a mixture of regular weekly activities, events, workshops and personal development options. These are tailored to the interests of youth and could include sports, music, dance, fashion, leadership training, art and much more.
Raise Up has been designed to offer youth a safe and positive environment in which to relax, socialise and achieve their goals.
The programme is run by Raise Up crews who are a group of selected young people representing youth in the community. They are the organising committee and driving force behind many of the events and activities operated for youth throughout The Y.
The Raise Up crew consists of youth selected from local high schools. Young people can apply to join the crew. Volunteering their time for approximately two hours per week they meet, plan and implement events, weekly activities, outdoor days and educational workshops for their peers. They learn skills such as leadership and event management.
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Check out our Hamilton Raise Up Website!
Raise Up News
Walk the Line is a young fashion designer competition for high school designers and models aged 13-18. We are so excited to have The Y’s Raise Up back at New Zealand Fashion Week this year and see the future designers of NZ showcasing their garments on this prestigious runway.
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Despite being only partway through the first term of 2025, Raise Up, The Y’s youth development programme, has already delivered an impressive array of community outreach events across Auckland. and Hamilton.