WE WOULD LOVE TO TALK!
To contact us about any of our programmes please use the links below
Why the Y?
For years we’ve been referring to ourselves as “the Y”. not just because it’s shorter to say but because it’s more inclusive, and inclusivity, equality and diversity is what we’re all about. As the oldest and largest youth organisation in the world, times have changed since the Young Men’s Christian Association was founded. We stand behind all people regardless of gender, race, religion or sexuality. Everyone should feel welcome and supported at the Y. When it comes to our cause, we’re committed to continue helping build strong kids, strong families and strong communities through investing in the next generation
Working with us
Te Pokapū Hapori will provide a safe, welcoming space for the diverse communities of Wellington to belong. A space where they can socialise, play, study, create, and be active.
Our priority is to find the right people. People who care. People with passion. People-people. If you’re one of those people, and you have experience in a couple of the below areas, even better:
- Setting up and coordinating small events or activities.
- Contributing to a community led initiative.
- Working with children and young people.
- Working with families and adults.
- Communicating across cultures, ideally with experience in Te Ao Māori.
- Hosting, reception and/or administration.
To send your expression of interest (including your CV and the days/hours that you are available to work), click here
Te Pokapū Hapori
Welcome to Te Pokapū Hapori, Wellington City’s newest community hub
Te Pokapū Hapori- Community hub, is Wellington Central’s community centre. We are a dedicated space for all those we serve in this wonderful area. Every day we run community centred events that promote the Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. We are open to the public from Monday through Friday and consistently offer free coffee, tea, baking, sanitary products, community closet and free use of all computers and kitchen amenities. We are committed to being a warm, safe and welcoming environment for all.
Our centre is available to be booked for any community and business need- it’s the perfect spot for a workshop, community hui, birthday party, co-working space, craft market, meditation class- any event you may want to run. We offer a competitive rate between $15-$30 an hour dependant on your needs. Booking rates include full use of any furniture, computers, kitchen amenities and AV Setups. We’ll always endeavour to have complimentary tea and coffee available for your group on arrival. Our venue can seat 40 – 50 people and can be dynamically arranged to suit your specific needs. Get in touch with out centre manager today to get your event off the ground.
Te Pokapū Hapori is one of the key initiatives for the Pōneke Promise, a community-driven partnership between the Wellington City Council, Police, retail and hospitality sectors, as well as other key groups to promote a safer, more vibrant and welcoming central city.
If you would like to contact us about any of our programmes or services, click on the link below to send us an email
Address: 105 Manners Street, Wellington
Phone: 022 504 6395
Opening Dates & Times
We are now open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm.
He Raukura te Pā o Te Aro – Reweti Arapere
Click Here for more information on this beautiful mural designed specially for Te Pokapū Hapori
PROGRAMMES & SERVICES
Our Ys are safe places, where those that need our help can participate, have a sense of “belonging”, people can be themselves and feel safe. All this helps to contribute to more positive social and emotional wellbeing in our communities. Through effective community and stakeholder engagement, and working with the these great new community assets, we can coordinate and implement a range of activations in our communities to ensure “No one misses out”.
- Our central city: All children and young people feel safe in the city at any time of day.
- Hauora across the city: Spaces, places and programmes support the hauora (wellbeing) of children and young people throughout the city.
- The basics: Children and young people can access food, safe and healthy housing, and wrap-around support when experiencing homelessness.
- You belong: Wellington welcomes, celebrates and includes the diversity of all children and young people.
- Pathways: Wellington is a place that builds life-long learners.
- Participating in change: Young people taking on the world.
Building strong kids, strong families and strong communities through investing in the next generation
Here at the Y, community is our commodity. Our staff are truly passionate about helping communities thrive.
CONTACT US
Ph: 0800 YMCA 4u (962248)
Email: contact@ycentral.nz
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FEEDBACK & COMPLAINTS
Y-Central is fully committed to listening and responding to all customers, staff and public concerns, questions or comments about our organisation. Our priority is to have an open and accountable organisational culture that understands the needs of children, their whanau, and our community. We welcome your feedback.
DO YOU HAVE A SAFEGUARDING CONCERN ABOUT A CHILD, YOUNG PERSON OR STAFF MEMBER?
Contact the safeguarding advisor
