Ko wai mātou -
Who We Are
DCWNZ is a NZ registered charity (CC52966) empowering vulnerable communities with the education, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Our story begins in New Zealand in 2013/4 where for the last 13 years we provided community services such as education, well-being and arts programmes with accessibility and compassion at our core.
We are proud to be a grassroots, not-for-profit organisation, excited to partner, collaborate and make a difference.
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Our Mission
DreamCatchers NZ was founded in 2013/4 with a clear mission: to empower vulnerable communities with the education, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Our dedicated team is driven by compassion, equality, and the belief that every individual deserves access to basic necessities.
We strive to create safe, inclusive spaces where people are empowered to grow, learn, and unlock their full potential.
At DCWNZ, we know that real change happens when communities come together. Whether you’re a volunteer, donor, or advocate, your involvement plays a vital role in helping us reach those who need it most.
Together, we can build a world where opportunity, dignity, and hope are within everyone’s reach.
Aroha. Action. Aotearoa.
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How it started
DreamCatchers WorldWide began as a grassroots initiative in Auckland, New Zealand in 2013/4, led by Jazmine Cox, an educator and artist from London, UK, who recognised the transformative power of creative education. Since then, we have:
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Delivered hands-on programmes and volunteering opportunities for over 15,000+ community members
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Facilitated TED-Ed Clubs, academic support, youth performance training, and mentoring workshops
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Received arts recognition, including the Wallace Arts Trust Emerging Production Award (2016)
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Hosted Feed4All annual events from 2015-2020 providing support for the homeless and volunteering opportunities for over 700+ people
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Collaborated with local councils, foundations, and creative hubs across Aotearoa, New Zealand
Check out this interview from Neighbourhood, featuring our founder Jazmine Cox, talking about our Feed4All annual event.
Jazmine was recently interviewed by UCL, a leading university iin London, UK, where she also volunteers as part of the MBA Group Mentorship programme. Read more about it here.
We now stand strong with a board of trustees which represent our diverse and multicultural demographic.
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Meet The Team
Jazmine Cox
Kaitohu (Director)
Mereana Matia
Kaitohutohu Tikanga (Māori Cultural Adviser)
Val Maseykin
Te Pou Tahua (Chief Financial Officer)
Teo McArthur
Kaitātari Rautaki (Strategy Officer)
Nilanthi Asurumuni
Kaitiaki pūtea (Treasurer)
Jeanette Baggao
Kaiwhakahaere (Administration)
Fatemeh Yarhamidi
Kaihautū Ipurangi (Web Team Lead)
Nandhini Thangavelu
Kaiārahi Ako (Academic Lead)
Yongwei Hu
Āpiha Whakatairanga (Marketing Officer)
Denver MacDonald
Kaitohutohu Oranga (Wellness & Life Consultant)