2025
Launch of Te Kōtuku — Working with Māori workshops
Te Kōtuku is our learning and development programme to build capability and capacity of all our kaimahi across the motu with a focus on equity in our practice. It underpins our dedication to being an exemplary Tāngata Tiriti organisation.
2024
Kaimahi Māori Wānanga held at Makaurau marae
Held biannually, the Kaimahi Māori Wānanga is a space where kaimahi Māori provide insights and responses to kaupapa that Pathways and Real are working on.
It then ensures the consistent voice of Māori who attend the wānanga is aligned with Takitini, a virtual group that meets monthly.
2024
Launch of Ngā Whakahaere Tikanga
Ngā Whakahaere Tikanga is a framework that builds team cohesion and pastoral care. This framework utilises the Te Whare Tapa Whā model, with the addition of whenua through the whare nui.
It focuses on ensuring the mana of those we work with, and support is recognised through our manaaki of each other.
2024
Pathways provides mental health support in the Manawatū region
Pathways acquires the services delivered from the St Dominic’s Centre in Feilding in July 2024.
There are three distinct services offered, including:
- Housing and Recovery
- Crisis Respite
- Care for older adults with mental health and addiction needs
2023
ARC framework introduced into Real services
A new youth trauma framework, ARC (Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency), is introduced across Real services in March 2023.
This is done in partnership with Dr Jon Ebert, the Director of the Vanderbilt Centre of Excellence for Children in State Custody in Nashville—a highly respected educator and professor. This reflects our dedication to evidence-based care, taiohi voice, and flexibility.
Since then, the team ensures the framework resonates within our Aotearoa | New Zealand context and aligns with our dedication to Te Ao Māori. It is now known as Te Kōkota.
All Real kaimahi are trained in the framework, equipping them with additional tools to support taiohi me ngā whānau affected by trauma.
2022
Establishment of Te Kahui Kōkiri
The Te Kahui Kōkiri team nurtures and develops the national te ao Māori journey for Pathways and Real. They provide support and guidance to the executive, Pathways leadership group, and progress the initiatives of the Rautaki Māori.
Led by the Kaihautū, the team includes two Kaiwhakaputahua, each facilitating two regions, and the Kaiwhirimuka, who supports and guides te ao Māori within Real, the youth brand of Pathways.
2022
Kia Mataara, peer support training programme launches
We believe in the power of lived experience and the impact of a peer workforce—it’s integral to everything we do.
Working with educational experts and peer leaders across the sector, we develop a comprehensive training programme to grow kaimahi with lived experience, supporting them to graduate and become Peer Support Specialists.
The Kia Mataara programme is developed in alignment with the National Consumer, Peer Support, and Lived Experience Competencies released by Te Pou.
2022
First Mā te Kōrero
Mā te Kōrero is a kaupapa that brings our national organisation together every quarter to celebrate, have fun, laugh, and share what is happening in our regions.
Each Mā te Kōrero follows a specific theme and kaimahi contribute images, video, and live kōrero for everyone to enjoy.
Mā te Kōrero was initiated during COVID-19 to keep the whanaungatanga of Pathways and Real going.
2020
Pathways provides mental health support in the Nelson and Marlborough regions
Pathways and Real begin offering residential and mobile support to adults and young people in January 2020. There are now five Pathways and Real whare across both regions.
We offer enhanced mobile and engagement support across Nelson, Motueka, Tasman, and Marlborough for tāngata whai ora and taiohi.
We are also in primary care settings with Health Coaches based in GP practices.
2019
Te Ao Mārama, a peer-led Acute Alternative service, is established in Ōtautahi | Christchurch
Te Ao Mārama is a true alternative to hospital care, built on peer leadership and support, with additional backing from registered nursing and occupational therapy.
Our team provides this care in a residential setting, where support workers and peer leaders with lived experience deliver specialised support. They have also completed additional upskilling to become peer specialists.
2018
Wholesome recipe book is published
We publish our first recipe book, Wholesome to nourish the body and mind. We’re continuing to focus on the role of nutrition and mental wellbeing throughout our services.
2017
Maau Raa, our waiata
Our waiata, Maau Raa, is a celebration of what we can achieve together. It was created by Pathways kaimahi, and it reflects our purpose and our values.
2015
Being Well initiative introduced into Pathways
Being Well is our health and wellbeing strategy, ensuring we respond to the health equity concerns of the people we support.
We take a holistic view of health, supporting everyone to achieve emotional, mental, nutritional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
Our Being Well strategy includes a strong focus on supporting people to Breakfree from smoking and nicotine addiction.
2014
Focusing on youth
We launched Real, our branch of youth services, to meet the needs of taiohi and their whānau. Real has been developed with and for taiohi, to reflect what matters to them. We’re continuing to expand our services across the motu to meet the ongoing needs of young people in our communities.
2014
Breakfree initiative is introduced
Breakfree is our stop smoking initiative we launched and led for the mental health and addictions sector. It is designed to support people on their journey to quit smoking and embrace healthier lives. The programme offers comprehensive support, equipping tāngata whai ora, their whānau, and kaimahi with information, tools, and wrap-around assistance.
2008
Tupu Ake opens its doors
Tupu Ake is the first peer led acute alternative service of its kind in New Zealand and has become an exemplar around the world. The service offers tāngata whai ora the opportunity to focus on their recovery in a beautiful healing environment with the support of people who have walked a similar path.
2005
Trish Glen Awards are launched
The annual Trish Glen Awards celebrate outstanding kaimahi for their dedication to tāngata whai ora, taiohi, and whānau. Named in honour of Trish Glen, an exceptional kaimahi who passed away in 2005, the awards are a tribute to her legacy.
2002
Hamlin Road Organic Farm is established
Hamlin Road Organic Farm empowers tāngata whai ora by offering work experience, skill development, and NZQA-approved horticultural qualifications. Beyond earning income, this nurturing environment fosters confidence, friendships, and wellbeing. Our organic certified farm supports people to gain lasting employment while cultivating their full potential, nurturing both people and potential.
1989
Grey Street opens
The pioneering Grey Street accommodation in Kirikiriroa Hamilton initiates a transformative approach for tāngata whai ora. Offering more than shelter, it provides a place for reconnection, aroha, and recovery. We now have over 80 properties nationwide and our tailored residences cater to diverse needs, ensuring the environment is always conducive to wellbeing and progress.
1989
Pathways begins its journey
The inception of Rākau Ora Trust (later to become Pathways) heralds a groundbreaking approach to supporting tāngata whai ora and challenges established norms.
