BROTHERS IN ARMS EXISTS TO BRING HOPE AND CHANGE TO THE YOUNG PEOPLE OF NEW ZEALAND WHO GROW UP IN A WORLD WHERE POSITIVE ROLE MODELS ARE NON-EXISTENT.THROUGH ONE ON ONE MENTORING, YOUNG KIWIS WILL HAVE THEIR EYES OPENED TO A RANGE OF NEW EXPERIENCES THAT WILL IMPACT THEIR LIVES FOREVER.

FAQs

Are there girls in BIA?
What age are the young people?
How long does it take to become a volunteer?
Can I refer a young person to BIA?
What happens on ‘matching day’?
What is involved in the training programme?
Where do kids come from?
Where do volunteers come from?
What does a volunteer do with their young person?
Do I choose the young person or do they choose me?
What if I have a criminal record?
Do I have to have a drivers license?
Is BIA just in Auckland?

Are there girls in BIA?
YES.

What age are the young people?
9-15 years old is a good place to start.

How long does it take to become a volunteer?
We work on an as-need basis, but will do our best to get you matched within 6 weeks of completing induction.

Can I refer a young person to BIA?
We take referrals from social workers associated with schools, CYFs, the Police etc. Give us a call if you'd like a Referrers Pack.

What happens on ‘matching day’?
FUN...its a bit like a blind date so we all do an activity so it’s a bit less awkward for everyone involved and we make sure there are some refreshments too!

What is involved in the training programme?
Basically we give you some tips on connecting with a young person..stuff like communication, resiliency and empathy are key. It happens over four hours one evening.

Where do kids come from?
All our young people have been identified as 'at risk' by social workers from the Police, Health or Education sectors.

Where do volunteers come from?
I wish I knew because we always need more!! Word of mouth is best so tell ya mates

What does a volunteer do with their young person?
Anything from homework to movies to sewing to mowing to youth groups to finding a job to hanging out to…

Do I choose the young person or do they choose me?
We choose for you and keep in touch as to how you are going.

What if I have a criminal record?
We will have a look at the type of offenses and how long ago they were committed. Talk to us!

Do I have to have a drivers license?
Much much easier if you have a full drivers license.

Is BIA just in Auckland?
At the moment, we're in Auckland and the Coromandel.