Kia ora e te whānau,
Well done for getting through another week of lockdown in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland! What an effort it has been for us over the last couple of months.
It’s been so great to welcome in the warmer weather and longer days since daylight savings. I hope you have managed to get outside, catch up with some of your favourite people, and take in the fresh air and sunshine with a walk or picnic (safe practices / safe distancing). I know it has made such a difference for me to be able to connect with others face to face again!
Christie McGiven
Auckland Regional Coordinator
0800 693 323 or 027 538 9691
Here is a bit to introduce myself. I was born and bred in Waikato and moved to Auckland eight years ago. I have a varied not-for-profit background in learning support, group facilitation, volunteer, and operational management and have worked across education, family support, and the disability sector. I enjoy working collaboratively to support individuals and their whānau to feel resourced and connected. As someone who loves spending time with others, I am always up for a chat over a cuppa, so I’m looking forward to connecting with you all, even if I have to virtually sip my cup!
I am excited to be jumping online to join the next evening virtual coffee gathering (2 November) and Ako Ngātahi later in November. Hopefully, I will see some of you there.
In the meantime, kia kaha, kia hauora, me kia atawhai / Be strong, be healthy, and be kind.
Christie
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