Helping people take action

Lobbying For Good
with Erika Harvey

A new year is here, and with it comes the chance to make 2025 a year of action and teamwork.

Tauranga has been through big changes lately, from welcoming newly-elected council members to new efforts giving everyday people a stronger voice.

These changes bring challenges too, and it’s up to all of us – residents, leaders, advocates, and young people – to step up and work together.

At Youth Voices Action, we’ve seen how ready young people are to tackle issues that matter to them. At Lobby for Good, we’ve seen how communities can speak up and shape decisions when they come together.

This year, let’s ask ourselves: How can we keep this going? How do we make sure the things we care about turn into real action?

Every voice counts, and change starts when people speak up and feel safe to share. Whether it’s a teenager standing up for the environment or a parent pushing for better services, we all have the power to make a difference.

In 2025, Youth Voices Action and Lobby for Good will keep helping people take action. This year is a fresh start. Let’s work together to make Tauranga a place where everyone feels included, valued, and hopeful about the future. The future is ours to build, let’s get started!