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We’re a charity dedicated to helping young people navigate through tough times

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Jacob

School Counsellor

"Through counselling [the child] has been able to acknowledge their fear and connect with joy, family and the other protective elements in life."

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Glenda

Facilitator

"Creative activities gave the girls space to express themselves in ways that felt safe and empowering, often opening conversations that may not have happened otherwise."

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Noel

Student

"It’s different now. Before I went to Travellers I didn’t really get along with my friends. Now I speak up to them and I’m not invisible anymore."

Counselling

Supportive counselling to help individuals and families build resilience and navigate life’s challenges.

Programmes

Practical tools and safe, supportive spaces for schools to work through change, trauma, and growth together.

Free resources

A curated collection of free guides and tools to foster resilience, inspire hope, and support families.

We are here for you

We offer specialised information to help you move through challenging times.

Need support?

Contact our support services or a crisis helpline

Announcements

Pou Ārahi

Skylight Trust is seeking a passionate and experienced Pou Ārahi to guide and strengthen our cultural journey.

 

This is a unique opportunity to lead with heart and uphold tikanga Māori across our services supporting children, young people, and their whānau through grief, trauma, and tough times.

For more information, click here.

About Skylight

Skylight is a registered charity, supporting people through tough times with tailored resources, resilience programmes, and training. We believe that with the right support, anyone can find hope and strength.

Ngā Whainga – Vision

In Aotearoa tamariki and rangatahi are empowered to thrive. 

Tā mātou whakatakanga – Mission 

Guiding tamariki and rangatahi hauora through responsive, informed and effective practice. 

24k+

Hours of therapy each year

400+

Families supported per month

200+

Schools running our programmes

Stories of hope and resilience

Over the past 25 years, we’ve supported thousands of rangatahi through life’s challenges, from grief and loss to family changes, anxiety, and identity.

 

Each journey is unique, and we’re grateful to those who’ve shared their experiences. Here are just a few of their stories.

Make a donation

Support a young person’s journey to resilience and hope by donating to Skylight.

Get involved

From fundraising, to partnering with us, or even working directly with us, there are many ways to get involved.

Subscribe to our newsletter

Be part of our journey with updates, insights, and opportunities delivered to your inbox

Browse our online shop

We sell publications designed for building resilience in children, young people, families and communities

Many thanks to our funders and supporters

To see all of our supporters, click here.

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