Te Pou Ataahua
Charitable Trust
Charitable Trust
Creating pathways to wellness, empowerment, and community strength
Te Pou Ataahua Charitable Trust is dedicated to enhancing the health, well-being, and self-development of individuals, families, and communities in New Zealand. Through coaching, training, wellness seminars, and support for vulnerable groupsāparticularly youth and low-income familiesāwe aim to reduce inequalities, promote cultural diversity, and create safe spaces for personal growth and empowerment in alignment with the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
A thriving Aotearoa where every individual, family, and community has the resources, support, and opportunities to achieve holistic well-being and reach their full potential.
To empower communities through culturally-responsive programs that address health, wellness, personal development, and social equity, creating lasting positive change for current and future generations.
The foundation of our approach to community empowerment
We embrace a comprehensive approach to wellness that encompasses:
We recognize and celebrate the diverse cultural identities within our communities, ensuring our programs are:
We actively work to reduce inequalities by:
We support individuals and communities to:
We believe in the power of community by:
We commit to ongoing improvement through:
Our commitment to partnership, protection, and participation
Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi) is the founding document of Aotearoa New Zealand. As a charitable organization committed to community well-being, we honor the Treaty's principles in all our work:
We work in genuine partnership with MÄori communities, organizations, and leaders, ensuring shared decision-making and collaborative approaches to program development and delivery.
We actively protect and promote MÄori culture, language (te reo MÄori), values, and knowledge systems (mÄtauranga MÄori) within our programs and organizational practices.
We ensure equitable access and participation for MÄori in all our programs, addressing barriers and working toward equitable outcomes that honor MÄori aspirations and well-being.
Focused priorities for community impact
Whether you're seeking support, want to volunteer, or wish to partner with us, there are many ways to contribute to our mission of community empowerment.