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The Y is striving to tautoko our young wāhine in Aotearoa by uplifting them, raising their voices and helping in any way we can. We truly believe that it will be them who create impactful and meaningful change for Aotearoa.
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For over 140 years, we've been all about the well-being, development, & achievement of young women in Aotearoa New Zealand.
With strong feminist roots, our work nurtures young women’s leadership and amplifies their real experiences and voices.
For every girl. For every woman. For every right.
Our latest stories
Meet Hawwa Niyaz
Hawwa Niyaz is one of two Young Women selected to attend the 2023 World Council as a New Zealand Delegate
7x21 - Jasmin Singh Kang
7x21 explores life at 21 with 7 young wāhine and irarere. Here's the fascinating Jasmin Singh Kang!
7x21 - Cha’nel Kaa-Luke (Ngāti Ruanui, Ngā Ruahine, Ngāti Porou.)
7x21 explores life at 21 with 7 young wāhine and irarere. Here's the amazing Cha’nel Kaa-Luke !
7x21 Coco Janssen
7x21 explores life at 21 with 7 young wāhine and irarere. Here's the incredible Coco Janssen!
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