Our Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme connects new and emerging recreation professionals with experienced leaders across New Zealand’s recreation sector.
About the Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme
The Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme, developed with the Generate Network NZ, connects recreation professionals at different career stages. It creates opportunities to share experience, learn together, and strengthen professional networks across the recreation sector.
Tuakana–Teina is a concept from te ao Māori. It describes the relationship between an older (tuakana) and a younger (teina) sibling. In a mentoring context, both people share knowledge, skills, and insights, and learn from each other.
Benefits of having a Tuakana (Mentor)
- Learn from the knowledge, perspective, and experience of an established recreation professional
- Be supported and encouraged to grow your career in recreation
- Receive impartial feedback and guidance
- Build strong professional networks across the recreation industry.
“It has been a truly engaging and honest relationship. I’ve gained valuable insights from my mentee, especially in commercial acumen.”
– 2023 Tuakana
Benefits of having a Teina (Mentee)
- Gain fresh perspectives and new ideas
- Strengthen your leadership and coaching skills
- Give back and support the next generation of recreation professionals
- Grow your professional network in the recreation industry.
“The recreation industry has so much to offer. Everyone should have a Tuakana!”
– 2023 Teina
The Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme is voluntary and free to join.
Read the Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme overview for more information
Join the Programme
If you would like to stay informed or express interest in joining the Tuakana–Teina Mentorship Programme, email Jenny Jordan at jenny@nzrecreation.org.nz, or complete one of the forms below.