CORE COMPETENCIES #5 - PRIORITISING WHANAUNGATANA - BUILDING QUALITY RELATIONSHIPS

This session explores prioritising whanaungatanga - the building of quality relationships. This is related to the Mana Taiohi principle of Whanaungatanga. The competency descriptor is as follows:

a. Operates from a ‘care’ model that builds an intentional relationship for the purpose of building a relationship
Creates a supportive environment, connecting and working inclusively with young people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
b. Facilitates relationships between young people through groups and activities with purpose
c. Uses interpersonal, intercultural, and communication skills associated with youth work to support a young person to experience belonging and ownership in their lives
d. Facilitates relationships between young people through groups and activities with purpose.