YPT is an innovative and multi-disciplined youth development agency based in Auckland, Aotearoa.

Since 2003 we have been exploring how to reach and support young Maori and Pacific people in ways that are relevant and appropriate for them. It’s called a ‘strengths-based approach’ and makes a lot of sense to us when we think about long-term, sustainable change for our people…

So, after nearly a decade of working in the youth and performing arts sectors we have gained a reputation for delivering high quality, tailor-made solutions. Our skills are utilised from the field through to the policy development table and most important of all, the kids think we’re cool…

"To live in a society where Maori and Pacific youth succeed because of who they are”