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How to combat Institutionalisation
By FREEBIRD “He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata" What is the most important thing in the world? It is people,...
15 minutes ago


Honouring Creativity and Courage at Arohata Women’s Prison
During the week of June 22, the Home Ground team returned to Arohata Women’s Prison for a powerful three-day project that marked both a celebration and a farewell.
2 days ago


🌱Matariki 3-day creative adventure
Running from Tuesday 10 June to Thursday 12 June, the workshop welcomed ten wāhine supported by the Home Ground team and two incredible guest artists, Ahi Nyx and Sarah Rossiter.
Jul 1


Home Ground June Newsletter 🗞️
Each month, we bring you a vibrant recap of everything we’ve been up to—highlighting moments from our community initiatives and prison projects.
Jul 1


🎉 Matariki celebration at the Newtown Park Apartments 🎉
Celebrating Matariki Together! During June, Newtown Park Apartments came alive with warmth, creativity and connection as our community...
Jul 1


The Power of Creativity in a Therapeutic Community
When Art meets Prison – What happens? Last month, Jacqui and Vane spent three days inside Christchurch Women’s Prison in Ōtautahi. It was...
Jul 1


⚽ Rangatahi Mahi: Soccer Ball Bling with Te Toi Mahana at Newtown Park Apartments ⚽
In May we teamed up with Tyrin from Te Toi Mahana, and were lucky enough to deliver our first rangatahi -focused workshop together! Te...
Jun 24


✨ SPARKLE BOMB ✨
✨ SPARKLE BOMB ✨ is very special Home Ground project, created in honour of our beloved co-founder Anita — our forever Sparkle Bomb Queen.
Jun 19


Join Us: Home Ground is Looking for a Community Connector
We’re on the lookout for a Community Connector to walk alongside wāhine in our programmes. This is a flexible, contractor-based role with hours across multiple projects throughout the year — and extra opportunities in artist support and training if you’re keen.
Jun 19


Home Ground May Newsletter 🗞️
Each month, we bring you a vibrant recap of everything we’ve been up to—highlighting moments from our community initiatives and prison projects.
Jun 3


So, what is institutionalisation?
Trying to explain institutionalisation is like asking a fish to describe water to someone who’s never been wet.
May 28


Episode 6: From My Heart To Yours; Creating calm amongst the noise
Episode 6 of the Home Ground Audio Journey, Take The Space.
From my heart to yours
May 21


Pakohe Papers - Whanganui ki te Ao!
Marilyn and Marty Vreede, the creators and directors of Pakohe Whanganui, are dedicated to sharing the richness of Māori culture with the...
May 15


Mums and bubs in prison
If you have arrived in prison and are wondering what you need to know as a mum, here is some helpful information. Lino cut by S.H All...
May 15


🎇SPARK IN THE PARK
Home Ground has created a series of pop-up performances called Spark in the Park, to contribute some extra joy and connection to the Newtown Park Apartments community where we are based!
May 15


Home Ground April Newsletter 🗞️
Each month, we bring you a vibrant recap of everything we’ve been up to—highlighting moments from our community initiatives and prison projects.
May 15


Supporting Women Post-Release: A Research Project Calling for Participants
Meet Mya Williams — a Master’s student in Criminology at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, currently undertaking important research into the post-release experiences of women in Aotearoa who have used alcohol or other drugs and have spent time in prison.
May 14


Home Ground Matariki project in Newtown!
Home Ground is running another 3 day workshop to soak up the energy, renewal and reflection of Matariki! Please share with your networks.
Apr 29


Thank You for Making Our Movie Fundraiser a Night to Remember 🎬
Sing Sing offers a heartfelt, honest, and unflinching portrayal of how the arts can transform lives behind bars.
Apr 24


Episode 5: Programmes & Promises; Who really gets a chance?
Episode 4 of the Home Ground Audio Journey, Take The Space. Community, Collaboration and Kotahitanga
Apr 22
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