We offer school and community programmes, to help grow strong, resilient tamariki (children) and rangatahi (youth) with the self-esteem to be leaders. We also teach our young people how to manage medical emergencies.
It's all about developing confident young people who care for each other and the health and wellbeing of their communities. Our vision is that by 2032, every young New Zealander will step into their future with the first aid and mental wellness skills to live healthier, happier and longer lives.
Together, we can make youth wellbeing a priority.
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In-school programmes
Our fun, interactive and engaging schools programme teaches tamariki how to be lifesavers in an emergency, how to avoid injury, and about becoming guardians of wellbeing in their community.
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St John in Schools - First Aid
We visit schools across Aotearoa, training pre-school, primary, intermediate and high school aged children to be clever life-savers through free, interactive sessions.
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St John in Schools - Mental Wellbeing
A powerful programme helps tamariki to understand their strengths, build positive relationships, and develop resilience and confidence to navigate their world.
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St John in Schools - Ready & Resilient
Programmes to help young people build health and wellbeing skills, grow confidence, and learn how to respond in real-life emergencies.
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Courage in Action Award
We proudly recognise tamariki who show bravery or act to improve others’ wellbeing. Our Courage in Action Award celebrates their actions with a certificate and cape, and recognition shared with whānau.
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In your community
Adventure awaits. Choose from first aid, leadership, and life-skill courses, designed for children and youth from kindergarten to intermediate school of all ages.
St John Youth Programme
Learn first aid, leadership, and life skills alongside your best mates! Our cadets meet once a week each term to learn together, connect, and most importantly, have fun. There are different programmes depending on your child's age.
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Ngā Tohu Whakaora e Toru | 3 Steps for Life
Our free, one-hour intro sessions are designed to give people of all ages the confidence and knowledge around basic CPR and AED training. Training can be held at schools, retirement villages, marae, sports clubs, and more. Book in a group now.
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Could you be a Community Educator or volunteer?
We're always on the lookout for passionate, like-minded people who are keen to teach our tamariki and rangatahi vital life skills and help our communities. Check out our recruitment site for job opportunities. You may also be interested in volunteering your time, which can be really rewarding.
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Weaving wellbeing for tamariki and rangatahi
We have a bold vision for the future of our young people, that they can expect to live longer with their whānau than we do now. Our youth programmes are a key part of our commitment to the wellbeing of future generations.
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