Established in the early 1970s by Topsy Ratahi and Huia Timu - Ngati Kahungunu ki te wairoa Kuia who started working with Whānau from a shed.

 KWS has over 50 years’ experience providing a Tangata Whenua response to ending homelessness and realising the aspirations of Whānau.

Enduring as a key provider of health, social, and community-led services across Te Upoko o Te Ika a Maui

 

We walk with Whānau and Hāpori to ignite self-determination and pursue vibrant, flourishing futures for generations to come.

 

Our mahi is rooted in Whānau Ora and our organisational values: Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Rangatiratanga, Whanaungatanga.

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