Odyssey Youth

09/10/2026

What belonging looks like at school...

09/06/2026

Not sure what your next step is? For many young people, finding a job or getting into study can feel overwhelming. The good news is you don’t have to do it alone.

In this story, we share how support from E Ara E helped one young person build confidence, set goals, and move towards the future they wanted. E Ara E supports 18 – 24 year olds with wellbeing, work and study goals, offering practical help and people who genuinely have your back. It shows what's possible when you have the right support.

Read the full story here 👇
https://www.odyssey.org.nz/whats-happening/finding-work-with-support-from-earae

04/05/2023

Keep safe out there everyone! If you're ever unsure about your gear, check out the free and confidential drug-checking clinics provided by The Level, the NZ Drug Foundation, the NZ Needle Exchange Programme, and Know Your Stuff NZ below!

https://thelevel.org.nz/drug-checking-clinics/

High Alert | An early warning system for dangerous drugs

21/04/2023

Kia Ora Odyssey Whanau,

Since yesterday was "420" we bring you a 5 Fact Friday on Cannabis.

10/04/2023

Are you aware there are going to be some law changes around drug testing when driving in New Zealand?

Swipe across and learn about some of the changes coming and your rights.

24/03/2023

Just a friendly reminder if you are planning on mixing your cannabis with alcohol, these two substances can cause different effects depending on which order you take them!
Alcohol increases the absorption of the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, THC. So when you drink alcohol before smoking cannabis, it can make it easier to green-out as well as give symptoms such as sweating, dizziness, nausea and vomiting.

So, if you're planning on drinking alcohol and smoking cannabis remember: Grass before b**r, you're in the clear.

For more information, go to https://knowyourstuff.nz/

17/03/2023

06/03/2023

Kia Ora Odyssey whānau,

Tomorrow is International Women's day. Let's take the time to recognise and acknowledge the important women in our lives, not just tomorrow but every day❤

Remember ladies, think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness. Happy Women’s Day!

27/02/2023

Kia Ora Odyssey Whanau,

Today's post is brought to you by one of our rangatahi who has had some success with their journey with AOD.

This young person attends a school in Auckland and has been using our Stand Up! service.

Swipe across to read about their experience and their achievements working with Odyssey.