Our Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme connects new and emerging members with our experienced professionals across the recreation sector.
About the Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme
The Tuakana–Teina Programme, developed with Generate NZ, connects recreation professionals at different career stages. It creates space to share experiences, learn together, and build strong networks.
Tuakana teina is a concept from te ao Māori. It describes the relationship between an older (tuakana) and a younger (teina) sibling. In mentoring, both mentor and mentee share skills, knowledge, and insights to learn from each other.
Benefits of having a mentor
- Gain knowledge, perspective and skills from an experienced member.
- Be supported and encouraged to grow professionally.
- Receive feedback from someone impartial.
- Grow your professional network.
Benefits of having a mentee
- Gain knowledge, perspective and/or skills from someone with fresh eyes.
- Grow your leadership and coaching skills.
- Give back to strengthen and support our industry.
- Grow your professional network.
The Tuakana–Teina Programme is voluntary and free to join.
Read the Tuakana - Teina programme overview for more information
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The Tuakana–Teina Programme, developed with Generate NZ, connects recreation professionals at different career stages. It creates space to share experiences, learn together, and build strong networks. If you'd like to stay informed or take part, email Jenny Jordan at jenny@nzrecreation.org.nz, or complete one of the forms below.