Whakatipungia te Tangata is a 10-week, Te Ao Māori-informed community programme designed to support men and women to build their capacity, motivation and rationale to make positive choices and move away from offending.

The programme provides a pathway of practical activities, cultural connection, mentoring and employment-focused support, giving participants opportunities to develop new skills, interests and relationships that can support sustainable change and provide alternatives to lifestyles that may contribute to offending.

The programme includes:

• Weekly Activity Days

• Weekly Mentoring Support.

• Three-Day Cultural Wānanga.

• Employment Support and Capacity Building

• Driver Licensing Support

Across the 10-week cycle, participants are supported to explore their strengths, interests and aspirations while developing practical tools and connections that can contribute to positive lifestyle change. The programme brings together activity, mentoring, cultural development, employment and practical support within a consistent and strengths-based framework.