As a by-youth, for-youth organisation, we support rangatahi through community and youth-led programmes. We're on a constant, evolving journey to understand our impact as we grow, using both data-driven and story-driven evaluation to guide our learning.
Every year we publish an Annual Impact Report: the fullest picture of the mahi, the numbers and the stories behind them. Read them below.
We hold the numbers and the stories side by side, and we stay honest that we're still learning.
Quantitative, data-driven evaluation: rangatahi engaged, dollars paid to young creatives, projects delivered. The hard proof.
Qualitative, story-driven evaluation: the kōrero, testimonials and lived experience that show up through our delivery.
We're comfortable learning as we grow, staying adaptive, reflexive and always community-driven.
"When I began working with YANZ, I was 16 and had no experience performing or any idea how to make my music dreams real. I approached the team and asked if I could perform, and since then I've been so accepted, encouraged and supported. Having a guiding force that offers paid opportunities and a community to connect with is invaluable. Over three years I've performed at events, and gained new experiences, friends and industry connections."
"My mahi with Te Kāhui fills my cup, keeps me grounded and lets me serve my community in meaningful ways. It's remarkable to see rangatahi who'd never considered creative writing leave a session asking 'when can we do this again?' As Māori and Pasifika peoples, storytelling is in our blood. I feel closer to my ancestors and their stories when I can use their kupu and talanoa with others."
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