Welcome to the Ministry of Youth Development.

Welcome to the Ministry
of Youth Development

- Te Manatū Whakahiato - where you can find out about policies, programmes and services relating to young people.


Break-Away Prime Minister's Youth Programme

The Prime Minister's Youth Programme has been created to reward young people aged 14-17 years who have overcome adversity and made a sustained attempt to make positive life changes.

Prime Minister's Youth Programme Frequently Asked Questions

If you want further information about the Prime Minister's Youth Programme email: mydinfo@myd.govt.nz

Other elements of the Break-Away package include the Break-Away Holiday Programmes and Fresh Start

Have your Say!

Currently the Government is seeking your thoughts on a number of topics including: 

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    Visit Aotearoa Youth Voices to have your say.
     
    teen voices Teen Voices DVD Young people's relationship with parents is the subject of a DVD jointly developed by the Ministry of Youth Development and SKIP. Click here to view the DVD.
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    12-24 cover image 12to24 September issue - read now New September issue of 12to24 available to read now
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    Youth Statistics website A collection of key facts and statistics about young people, in every city and district council area in New Zealand.
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