Action Education

Action Education, established in the 1980s from the fusion of Community Health Players and Youthline’s services, initially focused on drama education and psychodrama. Evolving into an independent Incorporated Society, it prioritizes creative self-expression, particularly through spoken word poetry, to bolster identity and self-esteem.

Guided by values like manaakitanga (hospitality) and kia ngākau nui (youth development), Action Education offers safe spaces for authentic expression and community building. Notably, its WORD – The Front Line program, launched in 2014, utilizes spoken word poetry to engage youth, nurturing personal growth and intercultural connections.

City

Auckland

Country

New Zealand

Region

Oceania

Year of Creation

1980

Featured Project

WORD-The Front Line

WORD-The Front Line, launched in 2014, is an inter-high school spoken word poetry competition, fostering youth expression and leadership. Hundreds participate in the programme annually and focus on writing, performance, teamwork, and personal development. WORD allows young voices to connect and enact change, offering workshops and presentations to schools.

https://www.actioneducation.co.nz/word—the-front-line.html

References

More Information

https://www.actioneducation.co.nz/

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