Make a difference & give back

Volunteering with The Broken Movement brings not just benefits to those you support but also enhances your own life. It offers purpose and fulfillment, showing your impact on others’ lives. You’ll grow personally, gaining new skills and connecting with like-minded people. Plus, it boosts mental well-being, reducing stress and increasing happiness. Ultimately, it’s a powerful way to contribute to a better world while enriching your life.

Make a difference
& give back

“Being part of our volunteer whānau is one of the most rewarding experiences of selflessness you could do today”

Become part of our kaitūao whānau

Volunteering with The Broken Movement Trust will undoubtedly provide you with a sense of purpose. We also prioritise our volunteers by being flexible about how you choose to dedicate your time and efforts, allowing you to witness some of the most inspiring turnaround stories.

With three service teams, nine programs, and over 180 clients annually, more than 57,000 hours have been volunteered so far, and the demand continues to grow.

The Broken Movement Trust (Te Pou Awatea) is more than just a community mental health organisation — it’s a movement of whānau (family) members united in the pursuit of healing and wellness.

As a volunteer, you can expect to:

Be valued and supported
Receive encouragement and resources
Make a meaningful contribution
Access training and development opportunities

If you would like to join our whānau as a kaitūao (volunteer), please take a moment to fill out this online form and one of our team members will reach out to you promptly. If you prefer to speak with someone directly, feel free to call us at 0800 664 775 or email [email protected].

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Every contribution helps spark gentle change

Your support goes beyond providing practical assistance; it serves to uplift. It instills hope, restores dignity, and offers individuals the opportunity to heal and progress at their own pace.

For those navigating challenging times, your generosity can create pathways — leading to connection, support, and the chance to flourish once more. For donors, it fosters a quiet sense of purpose and belonging, knowing you are part of a larger movement rooted in care and community.

Together, we are not merely addressing needs; we are cultivating a more understanding and compassionate Aotearoa. Each contribution and every act of kindness embodies our mission: to stand alongside those who have been hurt and accompany them on their journey towards healing and transformation.

Donating to The Broken Movement Trust directly supports the core of our work — providing safe, responsive, and empowering support to those who’ve experienced harm, isolation, or hardship. Your contribution helps us run vital programmes, maintain safe spaces, offer trauma-informed advocacy, and deliver practical resources to those navigating some of ife’s hardest challenges. From facilitating community workshops to providing hygiene essentials, transport, and specialist care referrals, every dollar allows us to reach further and stand stronger alongside those in need.

More than just operational support, your donation helps restore dignity and hope. It enables people to access services without fear or shame, and it reminds them they are not forgotten. Whether it’s someone rebuilding their life after harm, or a whānau finding strength through connection, your generosity plays a direct role in their journey. In real, tangible ways, your support helps transform pain into possibility — and that ripples far beyond one person, strengthening communities for the long term.

Donate today, make that impactful change.

For more information, contact: [email protected]

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“Become part of the movement and donate to a cause worth your investment”