Last year, we had the incredible opportunity to be part of a meaningful peer support research initiative led by Whitireia. This project explored the power of peer support in our communities, and we were honoured to contribute our voices and experiences to such an important kaupapa. Importantly, the research was grounded in recommendations from both the […]
17 June 2025 Written by: Charmaine Lam, Kites Trust Stepping into our first Peer Community of Practice (CoP) event, my main goal was simple: to bring everyone together in person, spark connection, and see what ideas might emerge. What unfolded was far more meaningful than I anticipated. Held in the beautiful setting of Whakamaru, the […]
12 June 2025 Written by: Madeleine Clarke, Kites Trust Media Coordinator Last week I had the privilege of interviewing two of my incredible colleagues Madeline and Megan. Megan is our Service Manager at Kites Trust; she manages our wonderful Peer Support team operating in the hospital wards and in the community around Pōneke. Madeline is […]
Written by: Serena Lal, Chief Executive Nearly a year ago, I stepped into the role of CEO at Kites Trust. At the time, it felt too soon to introduce myself—I wanted to ensure I had genuinely contributed to my organisation and community before sharing my story. Now, with a year of learning and transformation behind […]
6th March 2025 Written by Madeleine Clarke, Media Coordinator & Executive Assistant. On Tuesday 4th March, we welcomed the Mental Health Minister, Matt Doocey, to officially mark the start of developing a new peer support service at Wellington Hospital’s Emergency Department (EDs). In total, eight EDs across New Zealand will trial this initiative, with Wellington’s […]