I have walked a life of darkness and chaos; from a broken home, state-care, prisons, rehabs, and other institutions I have acquired a wealth of worldly experience and the compassion required to make a difference. I have undertaken studies to provide me with a better understanding of the causes of mental illness, addictions, and criminal behaviors. My desire is to utilize my combination of past experiences and training to help others in similar places to; grow, change, and become successful.

I founded The Broken Movement Trust and gathered like-minded passionate individuals to help me realise my life’s dream; to help youth, young adults, their whanau and their communities they live within; cease to struggle with impoverished barrier-filled lives and begin to do more than ‘survive and strive,’ but to regain their hope and thrive; it is to this endeavour I devote my life to achieving.

Scottie comes to The Broken Movement Trust as a well-seasoned corporate executive and astute businessman with over eighteen years of governance, strategy, business expertise, and senior management experience that he brings to the role as Chair of the Board.

Having completed a postgraduate degree in business administration and specialising in Māori Development, and a range of other educational achievements, his commitment and service to the community development, healthcare, education, and social services sector is not just a job for Scottie, but a passion.

Scottie says: “My hope is for families and communities to have better access to services and opportunities that help them grow and change. When we’re not doing that, we’re merely existing and no longer living…”

Amanda newly joins The Broken Movement Trust in October 2023 as a Governance Trustee with a passion and commitment to serve a higher and more meaningful purpose.

Having recently created her own business facilitating health, wellness and connection, Amanda brings to the Governance board a keen and strong understanding of mental health, neurodiversity, and interest in conditions such as anxiety, depression, or bi-polar disorders.

As an experienced whānau ora practitioner with previous board experience and a substantial academic background in allied health, education and social and community development, Eileen comes to The Broken Movement Trust imparting her knowledge of Te Āo Māori, her passion to help whānau and a commitment to creating spaces for connecting and enhancing whānau wellbeing and healing.

Eileen joined The Broken Movement Trust as a new Governance Trustee in October 2023.

Tena koutou katoa,
Ko Nicola McGrath ahau.

When I saw the opportunity to be part of the awesomeness that is The Broken Movement Trust, I was excited beyond words. I feel passionate about everything the Trust stands for – it simply feels right.

My background has been working with people in times of crisis and the most powerful thing I have learnt is to listen, not to listen for a space to interrupt but to listen and hear. I live by the Kaupapa that hurt people hurt people and believe that we can all be a positive part of everyone’s journey. No judgements, just listen.

I have walked a life of darkness and chaos; from a broken home, state-care, prisons, rehabs and other institutions I have purchased a wealth of worldly experience and the compassion required to make a difference. I have undertaken studies to provide me with a better understanding of the causes of mental illness, addictions and criminal behaviours. My desire is to utilize my combination of past experiences and training to help others in similar places to; grow, change and become successful.

I founded The Broken Movement Trust and gathered like-minded passionate individuals to help me realise my life’s dream; to help youth, young adults, their whanau and their communities they live within; cease to struggle with impoverished barrier-filled lives and begin to do more than ‘survive and strive,’ but to regain their hope and thrive; it is to this endeavour I devote my life to achieving.

Zac has had a well-documented battle with mental health and addiction over the years. He managed to achieve his ultimate dream of making the All Blacks at 20 years of age.

He battled the loss of his dad whilst trying to pursue a professional rugby career. After years of addiction and self-discovery he’s now in a space to share his experiences.

Zac is now living a life of sobriety whilst passing on hope to others. He currently works in the recruitment industry for Skillford & Co Limited where he is the operations manager.

He brings a strength of not only real-life experience and works in the suicide prevention space. Working as, Suicide Prevention Postvention coordinator (SPPC), in the Wairarapa.

Toni plays a dual role at The Broken Movement Trust as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive and Secretary to the Governance Board.

Toni’s role is varied and often filled ensuring that the back-end of the organisation is ticking along with what it needs to make things happen. Although no two-days are the same, Toni works in a very dynamic space of balancing the Board requirements of administration with those of the Chief Executive ensuring that ‘things get done’.

As an ‘Administration Super-star’, the organisation can count on Toni’s abilities to cross her T’s and dot her i’s.

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari kē he toa takitini.

As our Finance Administrator, Kelly is the driving force behind our financial operations, demonstrating unwavering dedication and a keen eye for detail. With a proactive approach and exceptional communication skills, Kelly ensures that our accounts are not only accurate but also efficiently managed and her attentiveness sets a high standard for all of us.

Her efforts help us maintain the highest level of financial integrity and ensure that we’re always moving forward. Kelly’s commitment and her ability to anticipate needs before they arise make her an invaluable member of our team.