Kia ora! We are the Cromwell Youth Trust
An inclusive & accepting space for Cromwell's youth
The Hangout drop-in centre is Cromwell’s only youth centre, so it is the place to be for youth in Cromwell. We promote a supportive and safe environment. Supported by local funders and community businesses we are very proud to say we are FREE to all youth Year 7-13 age.
Staffed by dedicated youth workers and volunteers, we are very lucky to be able to provide this amazing community asset, along with our 12-seater Van.
Our Kaupapa
If you need help
Support - Tautoko
We're here for you
The Cromwell Youth Trust is here to support and advocate for local tamariki and rangatahi throughout Cromwell & surrounding areas. We have a bunch of helpful resources and links. Check them out below.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT – www.1737.org.nz
Free text or phone 1737
SUICIDE CRISIS HELPLINE – www.lifeline.org.nz
Phone – 0508 828 865
YOUTHLINE – www.youthline.co.nz
Phone – 0800 376 633
Free text – 234
FAMILY VIOLENCE – areyouok.org.nz
Phone – 0800 456 450
ALCOHOL DRUG HELPLINE – www.alcoholdrughelpline.org.nz
SEXUALITY ISSUES – www.outline.org.nz
Phone – 0800 688 5463
THE LOWDOWN – www.thelowdown.co.nz
Privacy Commitment | Te Mana Tiaki Raraunga
Cromwell Youth Trust is committed to upholding the dignity, mana, and wellbeing of all rangatahi, whānau, and community members we serve. Guided by values of manaakitanga (care and respect) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship), we treat personal information with the utmost respect.
We comply with the Privacy Act 2020 (Aotearoa New Zealand) and its Information Privacy Principles when collecting, using, storing, and sharing personal information. We only gather information that is necessary for our kaupapa, ensure it is kept safe and secure, and use it in ways that honour trust and confidentiality.
We recognise the importance of whakapapa and identity, and are committed to handling information in a culturally respectful and responsible way. Individuals have the right to access and request correction of their personal information at any time.
If you have any pātai (questions) or concerns about your privacy, please contact us.