Official Launch: Friday 29 May | 5:30pm – 9:00pm
📍 New Zealand Parliament

Summit Days: Saturday 30 May – Sunday 31 May | 9:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Pataka Art + Museum - Porirua

The Youth Empower Summit 2026 is a three part leadership experience bringing together 200+ rangatahi from across Pōneke, Te Awa Kairangi, and Porirua.

We begin with a powerful Official Launch Evening at New Zealand Parliament, setting the tone for a transformative weekend of youth leadership, storytelling, and connection.

The following two days at Pataka Art + Museum in Porirua will feature:

Interactive leadership workshops
Youth-led panels and discussions
Creative sessions and storytelling
Wellbeing and resilience spaces
Networking with changemakers and community leaders

The Summit Days (30-31 May) are free to attend for young people aged 15-25.
Morning tea and lunch will be provided on both days to ensure everyone can fully participate and feel welcomed.

While the summit centres youth voices, adults aged 25+ who wish to attend as supporters, mentors, educators, community leaders, or allies are warmly welcome. Dedicated adult/supporter tickets are available.

This youth led summit is designed to build confidence, strengthen belonging, and create real pathways for young people to step into leadership in their schools, workplace, communities, and beyond.

Expect powerful kōrero, practical skills, new friendships, and a space where youth voices are genuinely centred and celebrated.

Who is this for?

• Young people aged 15-25 (free registration)
• Adults 25+ attending as mentors, supporters, partners, or community leaders (free registration)

If you care about your future, your community, and creating positive change this is your space.

Important Notes

The Official Launch at Parliament requires a separate ticket (limited capacity due to venue and security requirements).
Dietary requirements can be submitted during registration.

Full programme details and speaker announcements coming soon.

Don’t Miss Out

Sign up now and secure your ticket to be part of this powerful, youth led summit experience.

Whether you’re joining us at Parliament for the official launch or attending the full two-day summit in Porirua this is your opportunity to connect, grow, and step into leadership.

Register today and be part of the movement.

Contact the host of Voice of Aroha Youth Empower Summit