Impactful training across the motu

Over the past two months, our LifeKeepers journey has taken our team across the motu to Huntly, Manukau, Ōtaki, Rotorua, Tauranga, Hamilton and Papakura – each visit a reminder of the strength and heart within our communities.

From heartfelt kōrero to moments of deep reflection, our team is grateful to everyone who welcomed them and leaned into the suicide prevention wānanga with openness and courage.

Here is what some participants had to say about our LifeKeepers and Mana Akiaki trainings:

“Faafetai Le Va LifeKeepers for your kaupapa. It has given me knowledge and awareness about a topic that is hurting our family and community.”

“Great workshop, yummy kai, loved that we danced to whakanoa. Followed tikanga practices, karakia, whakawhanaungatanga, manaakitanga.”

“I came in with an outcome I wanted to achieve and I got it. Kei te mihi ki a kōrua mō tō kaupapa.”

“I am feeling confident in responding to critical situations, gained knowledge and skills to deal with emergency situations related to suicide.”

We look forward to continuing this important mahi and strengthening connections within our communities.

Upcoming training opportunities

Our July to December training calendar will be live in the first week of July, keep an eye on lifekeepers.nz for upcoming trainings in your region. We’re especially looking forward to connecting with communities across the South Island in the months ahead!

If you’re unable to attend in person, our free online training offers a flexible alternative you can complete anytime, at your own pace.