Big Brothers Big Sisters
supportive mentoring relationship
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a community based mentoring programme, encouraging young people to see value in themselves, building strength and hope for their future through a supportive mentoring relationship.
Taiohi Toa matches volunteer adults with young people, aiming to build a sense of participation and belonging within their community.
Taiohi Toa oversees Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton, which is fully endorsed by the national body, Big Brothers Big Sisters New Zealand.
QUICKFACTS
- Mentors spends 1 – 2 hours per week with their young person.
- Mentors are provided full mentoring training before they start the programme.
- It’s a volunteer role – but it’s hugely rewarding. Some mentors stay on for many years.
- For the 2017 year there has only been 24 matches.
BECOMING A MENTOR
Get in touch with Taiohi Toa to inquire about becoming a Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor in Hamilton.
Alternatively, you may know someone who would be a great mentor. Share this page with them on Facebook or Twitter.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Aotearoa website also has good information about what to expect when becoming a mentor.
Contact Taiohi Toa if you know of a child aged between 7-12yrs who may benefit from the Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Programme, or if you would like to become a Mentor click on ‘Become a Mentor’.
Get Involved How we Help
Taiohi Toa Trust is a Hamilton-based community organisation that supports young people through outcomes focussed activities and programmes.
