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.

Petrol Vouchers for Volunteers

BP New Zealand recognises that higher global fuel prices are having a big impact on volunteers who use vehicles to do their work. BP "Vouchers for Volunteers" programme donates thousands of fuel vouchers to volunteer organisations that use vehicles to get people to essential services or bring them the provisions they need.

If you're a volunteer or belong to a volunteer organisation, BP are offering the opportunity to win fuel vouchers. For more information and criteria on how to apply visit their website.

Applications close 5 July and successful recipients will be notified by email during the week 27 July.

World of Difference Programme - funding for Youth Workers

The Vodafone World of Difference Programme pays the salary and expenses of six passionate people each year, so they can work with the youth-focused cause of their choice. If you know of any stars working in the NZ youth sector (or who should be) of if you know of any organisations who would benefit from capacity building, send in your application. Applications open on 13 July and close on 21 August. Visit the Vodafone website to find out more information.

Have your Say!

Currently the Government is seeking your thoughts on a number of topics including:
  • "Street Racer" Bills
  • Child Discipline Referendum
  • Defence Review 2009
  • Proposed Student Loan changes
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 12-24 issue out Read more of the April issue of 12to24
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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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