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Youth19 Rangatahi Smart Survey Sheds Light on New Zealand’s Y-NEET Crisis
A recent report from the Youth19 Rangatahi Smart Survey reveals concerning findings about the health and well-being of young New Zealanders not in education, employment, or training (Y-NEETs). The survey, which is part of the broader Youth2000 series, highlights the significant challenges these young people face, as well as their untapped potential.
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Christmas is here, and all that it brings
You are probably sat reading this with a glass of bubbles in hand and loved ones dotted around busily opening presents or firing up the BBQ, the cat may have torn down the Christmas tree and batted the baubles across the living room floor...
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Top 5 Natural Foods Proven to Boost Mental Health
In recent years, science has linked several natural foods to improved mental health and well-being. Here’s a breakdown of five powerful foods and the science behind their mood-boosting effects.
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Breaking Point: The Mental Health Crisis of Kiwi Firefighters
Why are the firefighters striking? In 2013 a memorandum of understanding was signed between FENZ and St John meaning firefighters were ordered to act as co-responders to ambulance call-outs. This has meant that since 2013 our firemen and women now attend all stabbings, shootings, drownings, suicides, cot deaths, choking and more. This has resulted in a 1000% increase in call-outs for firefighters.
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A Kiwi Leading the Way in Healing Trauma
At Kiwis For Good, we love seeing New Zealanders push the boundaries of what’s possible — especially when it comes to mental wellbeing. One of our trustees, Dr Robin Youngson, is helping to bring a remarkable new approach to trauma healing to Aotearoa.
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An Interview with Whitty Whitmore - WW2 & Hiroshima
Whitty Whitmore was born in Tauranga in 1924. He lost his father at 11 and at 15 signed up to fight in WW2, where he was sent to Italy where he fought in The Battle of Monte Cassino. He has battled and overcome mental health struggles. A true survivor, we are honoured to be able to share his story with you now.
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