Jono brings strong leadership, a high performance mindset, systems thinking, and a people-first approach to the organisation. He’s passionate about creating safe, well-supported mentoring environments and ensuring rangatahi, whānau, and mentors can all thrive.

Holly is the Capability and Development Lead at MacStrong, supporting mentors through training, supervision, and professional development. She’s passionate about building strong, confident teams and ensuring high-quality, safe, and consistent support for rangatahi.

Bas brings patience, discipline, and strong leadership to his mentoring, shaped by his background in the trades and martial arts. He focuses on building genuine connections and helping rangatahi grow in confidence and resilience.

Liam is a youth mentor with a background in sociology, criminology, and mental health support. He’s passionate about walking alongside rangatahi, helping them build confidence, self-belief, and achieve their own version of excellence.

Anika is a Hawkes Bay–based mentor at MacStrong, currently completing her social work degree. She brings a thoughtful, adaptable approach to mentoring and is passionate about supporting rangatahi to build confidence, resilience, and step outside their comfort zones.

Browyn is a mentor at MacStrong with a strong background in fitness coaching and relationship-based support. She brings an empathetic, motivating approach to her mahi, using movement, connection, and consistency to help rangatahi build confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.

Daniel brings life experience, whānau values, and a love for community into his mentoring. He’s passionate about supporting young people, building confidence, and creating positive experiences they may not have had before.

Jordan is a mentor at MacStrong with a strong background in youth development and community work. Born and raised in Wellington and grounded in his Samoan culture, he’s passionate about building strong relationships and supporting rangatahi to find purpose and direction in their lives.

Julia is a mentor at MacStrong who brings a thoughtful, structured, and relationship-focused approach to her mahi. With a strong background in communication and problem-solving, she supports rangatahi to build confidence, navigate challenges, and develop practical life skills.

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Nav brings a warm, grounded, and relational approach to his mahi. He focuses on building trust and consistency with rangatahi and whanau, supporting them to feel safe, valued, and confident as they navigate challenges and develop positive sustainable life skills.

Roz is a mentor and social work student with lived experience supporting mental health within whānau. She’s passionate about building resilience, confidence, and practical life skills alongside rangatahi.

Brendon brings creativity, humour, and over a decade of experience working with children. He focuses on mental wellbeing, strong relationships, and helping young people feel safe, heard, and supported.

Joshua is a caring mentor with lived experience in mental and physical health. They are passionate about supporting rainbow youth and creating safe, understanding spaces for growth and self-acceptance.

Delane is the founder of MacStrong Mentors and has spent over 10 years working in health and wellbeing. He’s passionate about walking alongside rangatahi, building real connections, and helping young people grow in confidence, resilience, and purpose.

Kirsty looks after accounts at MacStrong, supporting the organisation through clear, reliable financial administration. She plays a key role in keeping things running smoothly so our team can stay focused on supporting rangatahi and whānau.

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Red brings lived experience and over seven years in the youth sector to his mentoring. He’s passionate about empowering rangatahi through resilience, integrity, and helping them recognise their own potential.

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Esera brings a calm, reliable, and hands-on approach to his mahi. With experience across youth care, social services, and security, he’s focused on creating safe environments and supporting rangatahi to build stability, confidence, and positive routines.

Birgette is a mentor at MacStrong with a strong background in social work, counselling, and community development. She brings a holistic, culturally grounded approach to her mahi, supporting rangatahi and whānau through connection, creativity, and evidence-informed practi

Caleb is a mentor at MacStrong who brings curiosity, empathy, and a strong belief that everyone has a purpose. He focuses on creating open, supportive spaces where rangatahi feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow into who they want to be.

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Jared is a mentor at MacStrong who brings calm leadership, strong values, and a people-first approach to his mahi. With experience in fitness, policing, and the armed forces, he focuses on building trust, confidence, and wellbeing alongside rangatahi.

Josh is a mentor at MacStrong who brings a calm, patient, and hands-on approach to his mahi. With a background in fitness and diverse practical experience, he focuses on building trust, consistency, and confidence alongside rangatahi.

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Lola is an education mentor at MacStrong who brings creativity, academic rigour, and a deep passion for learning into her mahi. With experience across education, tutoring, and creative practice, she supports rangatahi to build confidence, express themselves, and engage with learning in ways that work for them.

Paul has over a decade of experience supporting at-risk and neurodiverse youth through trauma-informed practice. He brings empathy, calm, and a strengths-based approach that empowers young people to recognise their own capabilities.

Tashi brings a youthful, relatable approach to mentoring, grounded in sport, goal-setting, and positive role modelling. He focuses on helping rangatahi believe in themselves and achieve meaningful goals.

Cassie has extensive experience supporting rangatahi and whānau through wraparound care. She creates safe, flexible spaces where young people can be themselves and work toward their goals.