Our Community

Stories
That Shape
a Fairer Future

Our
Stories

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.

Your Questions Answered: 5 FAQS with the Recruitment Team

Five frequently asked recruitment questions answered by the Recruitment Team’s Cultivation Lead and C14 Kairapu, Sarah Dillaman! 1. Who

“Why I Teach”: A kōrero with two wonderful wāhine of Onehunga High School

Sarah Dillaman (C14 and past teacher at Onehunga High School) popped in to visit Phinia Evans and Janel Tolentino

Airana Ngarewa on Teaching and Writing

Airana Ngarewa (Ngāti Ruanui) is trained and accomplished in multiple sporting codes, from wrestling to jiu jitsu to marathon.

Navigating online teaching in the Time of Coronavirus

Ako Mātātupu’s Sarah Dillaman (Kairapu of Cohort 2014) had a chat with John Haggie (Kairapu of Cohort 2017) just

Our ocean, our planet

“Our project is about sustaining water: sustaining our ocean, as well as our planet” – Harneet Singh, Otahuhu College.

Want to change the world? Try teaching.

As we address the shortcomings of our education system, Teach First NZ: Ako Mātātupu Chief Executive Jay Allnutt reminds