Direct services, offered by Friendship House, are dedicated to supporting vulnerable whānau to restore safety and mauri ora where family violence has or is at risk of occurring.


The majority of the estimated measurable social value for Direct Services comes from 3 outcomes: Improve mental health, Increase academic achievement and Reduce offending.
The majority of the estimated measurable social value for Direct Services comes from 3 outcomes: Improve mental health, Increase academic achievement and Reduce offending.

Whānau Support Service provides 1:1 support through information, resources, advocacy, and referrals, acting as a ‘one-stop shop’ for whānau with a wide range of needs in and around Waharoa, in the Waikato region.

Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou supports whānau to break intergenerational cycles of incarceration through wraparound social work, holistic care, and mentoring.

The New Zealand Youth Mentoring Network (NZYMN) is the national hub for the youth mentoring sector in New Zealand, fostering intentional youth mentoring with Taiohi in Aotearoa.

The Whānau Hotaka programme equips participants with practical skills, tools, and confidence to improve their financial literacy and capability through their Money Smart and Confidence, Intro to Business, and First Home Buyer courses.
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