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Our Mission

our story.

Kick Back is kicking back against the idea that any young person belongs in the too hard basket. In fact, we don’t even think the thing exists.

We’re a Youth Development and Social Justice movement innovating for change and kicking bac…

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Our Services

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Publications

In the News

RNZ
Auckland couple going without to help homeless youth
NZ Herald
A youth worker came up with a novel solution for homeless teens: His own home
ODT
Couple spend savings on centre for homeless youth
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Our Testimonials

“The moment I came in felt like the first breath after holding it for far too long.”
Aroha · Kick Back
“It's a cool place. I go here from time to time and it's a chill place to go to.”
Anonymous · Rangatahi
“The staff are always welcoming and make me feel wanted and cared for. Everyone treats each other like one big family.”
Tessa · Rangatahi
“The Front Door is a second home to me... They saved my life and now they're like family.”
Gazelle · Rangatahi

Our Partners

Visionary Seed Funders
Corporate Supporters
Local Socially Conscious Businesses
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Our Publications

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State of the Street 2024-25
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Denied: The Growing Cost of Denying Youth People Access to Shelter

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Our Advocacy

RNZ
Auckland couple going without to help homeless youth
NZ Herald
A youth worker came up with a novel solution for homeless teens: His own home
Newshub
Advocate accuses Government of failing children, slams...
ODT
Couple spend savings on centre for homeless youth
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Minister defends lack of spending to tackle homelessness
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Homeless rangatahi missed out in budget, Lifewise says
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Kick Back youth organization's fears sanctions will increase risks for..
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Young Auckland couple using own savings to build...
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Sanctions don't work: Hipkins on Govt's benefit changes

Our Board

Aaron Hendry
Founder
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Christina Sayers Wickstead
Board Member
Christina has experience in communications, brand storytelling, and creative strategy.
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Dan Bowden
Board Member
Dan has a background in finance and community fundraising for youth services.
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Grant Taylor
Board Member
Grant has experience with governance, audit, and risk across community organisations.
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Peter Shimwell
Board Member
Peter has experience in operations, technology, and scaling community services.
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