Born in the Waikato and raised in South Auckland and Te Aroha, Brett brings an education and careers background and loves helping people reach their full potential.
About Transform Aotearoa
A trust built around practical support, genuine care, and stronger communities.
Transform Aotearoa exists to walk alongside people and whānau through programmes, connection, encouragement, and opportunities that help life move in a better direction.
Who we are
Grounded in community and focused on what helps people move forward.
Based in the heart of Putāruru, South Waikato, the trust’s community centre is a place of belonging and support. Programmes are designed to meet people where they are at and are delivered with a strong relational focus that encourages growth, shared learning, and practical next steps.
Vision
Transforming a Nation community by community.
Mission
To be a leading facilitator bringing transforming resources to communities.
Goal
To transform a nation by growing thriving communities.
The team
People behind the work.
A chartered accountant based in Morrinsville, Gwen uses her skills to help community organisations transform lives and strengthen their stewardship.
Kim has led the Putāruru centre since 2017 and is passionate about helping others make positive lifelong changes in their own lives.
Lamen brings decades of leadership and liaison experience, with a deep passion for whānau restoration and community transformation.
Belena brings warmth, service, and a pioneering spirit to her work with women and whānau across the community.
Hannah is passionate about empowering women and teen girls through programmes that foster growth, resilience, and confidence.
Danny brings lived experience, heart, and a strong passion for helping men and youth become better versions of themselves.
Amber works across women’s, parenting, youth, and driving programmes, helping people reach their potential with practical support.
David joins the team as a driving instructor and youth mentor, bringing alternative education experience, creative carving talent, and a heart to see young people restored.
Connect with us
Want to talk with the team?
Reach out if you’d like to ask about a programme, support pathway, or how to connect with the trust.