Articles tagged with: Youth
Youth of Christchurch create unique art in the central city
The Stencil Art Project: The Youth of Christchurch Create Unique Art in the Central City
SCAPE Public Art and Westpac are working together to bring to life The Stencil Art Project in Christchurch. Young people from …
UNICEF NZ Calls on Youth to ‘Shape Your World’ at 2014 Youth Congress
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund)
Media Release
10 April, 2014
UNICEF NZ Calls on Youth to ‘Shape Your World’ at 2014 Youth Congress
UNICEF NZ is inviting young people from across New Zealand to attend the UNICEF NZ Youth …
5 Volcanoes in 5 Days
By Matt Alpe
The purpose of this event was to fundraise for a new vehicle so we can run more programmes for youth with disabilities and to give them life changing experiences. We can firmly state that …
Youth takes action for fruit and veg feast
Food that may not look perfect but is healthy and still tastes great is on the menu at CropFest’s pop-up kitchen that will provide meals to help Sydney’s needy.
The CropFest kitchen at St Mary’s Cathedral …
Rural Women gardening grants give little green fingers a boost
Media release
For immediate release
7 February 2014
Rural Women gardening grants give little green fingers a boost
Ten rural schools will be busy creating vegetable gardens after winning $2000 gardening grants from Rural Women New Zealand and Farmlands.
The …
Youth made musical comedy with green theme takes top film honour
A musical comedy co-directed by four young women from Hamilton has been announced as The Body Shop Standout Winner at The Someday Awards in Auckland.
Today is the Day, made by Hillcrest High School students Bella …
Young Kiwi to go to UN Youth Forum and talk ‘inclusive communities’
NZ National Commission for UNESCO
New Zealand to represent at UN Youth Forum
23 October 2013
Young Christchurch journalist, Genevieve Ng, has been selected to represent New Zealand at the 8th UNESCO Youth Forum in Paris from 29 to 31 …
Youth rate self-belief and intelligence over fame
Youthtown
New Zealand youth rate self-belief, intelligence and determination above all else when singling out role models, reveals new research released by Youthtown.
Musician and current The X Factor USA judge, Demi Lovato, is the top ranking …
Children from more than 500 schools get their hands dirty in New Zealand – public invited to vote!
Alert to gardening gurus: Your opinion is wanted. The annual Tui School Garden Challenge is underway, and while the nine finalists and three ultimate winners will be decided by a panel of judges, 2013 marks …
Kiwi rockstars start young in “supportive and encouraging” Bandquest 2013
Rockshop Bandquest 2013
What’s loud, cute and coming to a stage near you? Dozens of aspiring musos in this year’s Rockshop Bandquest, the nationwide music contest for intermediate and primary students.
Bandquest is in its third year …
Student Volunteer Army co-founder recognised for greening the rebuild of Christchurch.
Student Volunteer Army co-founder recognised for selfless volunteer work
September 22, 2013
University of Canterbury (UC) Student Volunteer Army Foundation general manager Jason Pemberton has been recognised for his selfless volunteer work.
Pemberton, an alumnus with science and …
13 year old boy’s ‘heart softens’ on Random Acts of Kindness Day in ChCh
Winning essay By Duncan Mazza, 13 years old.
The car slowed to a halt next to Latimer Square. “Remember to keep your heart open – you’ll probably see a wide variety of personalities,” my dad
“Okay, I …
Wanted: Young people practicing ‘good deeds’ in Auckland
You don’t need to wear a cape to be considered someone’s hero. Heroic or successful people come in all forms and with a variety of academic, physical or philanthropic attributes – and many young people …
It Gets Better project – making a positive difference for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth
In September 2010, syndicated columnist and author Dan Savage created a YouTube video with his partner Terry Miller to inspire hope for young people facing harassment. In response to a number of students taking their …
Final Call for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund)
Media Release
Wednesday 1 May, 2013
Final Call for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
-UNICEF NZ Youth Congress 2013-
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund) is making a final call to young people from …
UNICEF Calls for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund)
Media Release
Friday 19 April, 2013
UNICEF Calls for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund) is offering 45 young people from across New Zealand the unique opportunity to …
Kids, Teenagers and Young Adults Lead the Way to a Sustainable Future
NEW ZEALAND YOUTH ARE INSPIRING PEOPLE TO SAVE THE PLANET THROUGH EARTH HOUR
Kids, Teenagers and Young Adults Lead the Way to a Sustainable Future
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today,” said Malcolm …
Te Puke High School students discover marine study paths in the Bay
As part of Sustainable Backyards month and Sea Week an enthusiastic group of Te Puke High School students were treated to a day out on Butler’s Swim with Dolphin’s boat to experience the local marine …
Fortnight long film challenge starts today
Media release
18 February 2013
Fortnight long film challenge starts today
Young filmmakers stepping up to the challenge to create a three-minute video on Auckland’s future can now get filming, with the competition officially open and questions live …
Young filmmakers challenged to film and shape Auckland’s future
Media release – Auckland Council
11 February 2013
Make Auckland’s future a feature – challenge to young filmmakers
Young filmmakers are being challenged to create a three-minute video, on the subject of Auckland’s future, in just 14 days.
The …
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