About Piki
The vision of Piki is to enhance the quality of life for Rangatahi by equipping them with tools to overcome adversity and strengthen their wellbeing.
Piki is available to Rangatahi aged 18-25 living in the Greater Wellington region.
Piki is a Māori word meaning both to support or aid, and to climb or ascend.
Piki offers free access to:
- Easy and personalised access to therapy at a convenient place and time
- Links to 24/7 support through phone and web services
- Trained peer supporters.
The Piki programme is funded by Te Whatu Ora (Health NZ) and brought together by a consortium of organisations including:
- Tū Ora Compass Health
- Ora Toa Mauri Ora
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Massey University
- Whakarongorau Aotearoa
- Mind & Body
- Explore
- Te Awakairangi Health Network
Piki has been independently evaluated by The University of Otāgo, Te Whare Wānana o Otāgo, researchers.