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He reo rangatahi, 

he ao hurihuri

The voices of youth, 

keep the world turning

He reo rangatahi, he ao hurihuri

The voices of youth, keep the world turning

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He reo rangatahi, he ao hurihuri

The voices of youth, keep the world turning

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Action Ed is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading arts-based youth development organisation, structured around the medium of spoken word poetry.

We believe creativity and our ability to express who we are is fundamental to our wellbeing.

A blend of traditional poetry, storytelling, theatre, and even music – spoken word is a powerful and moving medium that carries impact.

Layers within each of us run deep, as do our connections with our whakapapa. Action Ed provide safe, accessible spaces, with an ever growing, community that support individuals to explore and voice these layers through words.

Once voiced, words, and the emotions they carry, can vibrate through the ether, gathering momentum and becoming change agents for societal and political issues.

 

About Us

“Action Ed offers a platform for rangatahi to talk about a broad spectrum of issues that are happening currently in Aotearoa, New Zealand, in the political landscape, but also internalised issues as young adults.”

 

Piremina Ngapera

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

 

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

 

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

We are grateful that our mahi is supported by many organisations throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. With their help, we are able to facilitate life-changing experiences, which provide a compass to navigate future pathways.

If you would like to be part of our journey, support us and become part of our growing community.

 

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

 

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

 

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For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

 

Support us

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a story to tell

 

For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

We are grateful that our mahi is supported by many organisations throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. With their help, we are able to facilitate life-changing experiences, which provide a compass to navigate future pathways.

If you would like to be part of our journey, support us and become part of our growing community.

For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

We are grateful that our mahi is supported by many organisations throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. With their help, we are able to facilitate life-changing experiences, which provide a compass to navigate future pathways.

If you would like to be part of our journey, support us and become part of our growing community.

 

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 For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

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 For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

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 For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

 

 

 

Slice of Southside
Thu Oct 24th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku, Corner Bader Drive and, Orly Avenue, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand 2023 OCT SOS Lanyards

A celebration of the South Auckland Poetic Art. Hosted and curated by WTFL Alumni from the Southside. Parking on site. Ticket Info TBA.

 

 

 

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Slice of Southside
Thu Oct 24th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku, Corner Bader Drive and, Orly Avenue, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand 2023 OCT SOS Lanyards

A celebration of the South Auckland Poetic Art. Hosted and curated by WTFL Alumni from the Southside. Parking on site. Ticket Info TBA.

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Slice of Southside
Thu Oct 24th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku, Corner Bader Drive and, Orly Avenue, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand 2023 OCT SOS Lanyards

A celebration of the South Auckland Poetic Art. Hosted and curated by WTFL Alumni from the Southside. Parking on site. Ticket Info TBA.

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Slice of Southside
Thu Oct 24th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku, Corner Bader Drive and, Orly Avenue, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand 2023 OCT SOS Lanyards

A celebration of the South Auckland Poetic Art. Hosted and curated by WTFL Alumni from the Southside. Parking on site. Ticket Info TBA.

Everyone has

a story to tell

For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

We are grateful that our mahi is supported by many organisations throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. With their help, we are able to facilitate life-changing experiences, which provide a compass to navigate future pathways.

If you would like to be part of our journey, support us and become part of our growing community.

For more than 40 years our programmes have engaged, nurtured, and inspired rangatahi. Through story telling we aim to break down stereotypes, build community connection and resilience within individuals and groups.

Our methods have been developed to resonate with and re-engage youth in their journey of self-development, education, personal growth, and self-expression. We also work with adults in corporate and community sectors to do the same.

We are grateful that our mahi is supported by many organisations throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. With their help, we are able to facilitate life-changing experiences, which provide a compass to navigate future pathways.

If you would like to be part of our journey, support us and become part of our growing community.

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