Ako Mātātupu is a vibrant, purpose-driven community built on the vision that every young person, no matter their background, has the opportunity to realise their full potential. Here, you’ll find stories from our staff whānau, funders, and people who share our vision — including Kairapu, our alumni network.
This is a space where Kairapu come together to share, strategise, recharge, and carry on their mahi both inside and outside the classroom. Through their ongoing connection, they help drive change in schools, communities, and beyond, all working toward an Aotearoa where equity is real for everyone.
Serving Community is a core value at Ako Mātātupu – both within and beyond formal education settings. Much more
A call for contributions to our Kairapu anthology of essays & reflections on education and social change! Celebrating Tekau:
Wendy Kopp is the founder and CEO of Teach For All, is the author of two books, holds honorary
Proudly raised in Manurewa, Mitchell Clark (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tautahi) has gone from strength to strength since embarking on the
Stop rushing, develop trust; accept nuance: just some of the ways we can work toward a Te Tiriti-based future.
Introducing Kāuru Akatoro Recruitment Lead, Alysha Bentley! Alysha is on our hīkoi toward an Aotearoa where every young person
