join the hive

Help us open up a two-way conversation between young people and the government.

Apps are now closed for 2025

our future is being shaped by the decisions being made right now in government. young people should be involved in these big decisions, and we need your help to make that happen!

What is the hive?

The Hive is a project established through a collab between taiohi, the Ministry of Youth Development, and creative agency Curative.

Every year we bring together a group of Hivers: young people who care deeply about what the future looks like for their friends, whānau, and communities. This rōpū works to open a two-way conversation between young people and the government.

How does the hive create change?

We engage young people in political processes, and amplify their voices government.

We invite young people to speak about what matters to them in safe and easy ways.

We capture the voices of young people across the motu and communicate this to decision-makers.

We use creativity to translate policy and help young people understand what’s happening in government.

Recruitment is now closed for 2025.

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Got a question?

Applications to join The Hive open around February & March every year. We want this application process to be accessible and easy to understand. If there is something we can do to make this process better for you, please let us know. We are also available to answer any questions you might have about this kaupapa.

Send us an email at hello@thehive.nz if you have any questions, or check out our FAQs.