Available Now!

An app designed with young people for young people. 

Let’s start some kōrero about relationships and sexuality.

Let's go Beyond the Birds and Bees, Aotearoa!

In 2021, rangatahi (young people) across Aotearoa told us they wanted more Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE). So, a team of researchers and kaiako (educators) started working with rangatahi to create a free one-stop site that opens up the kōrero about everything to do with relationships, gender and sexuality and sex. We started with an app that young people could download. However, young people kept telling us that it was parents/whānau who really needed the information. We then created a website for them to learn more about why it’s important to have these discussions, with tips and tricks to make it a bit easier. We hope this space will continue to develop as people across the motu tell us what they want added to the site. Now there is a space for everyone to get involved and learn something!

Rangatahi

There’s a lot of information out there, we understand it can be tricky. So we put it all in one spot. Check out our youth space or download the app for answers to all of your questions.

Parents & Whānau​

Find research-based information on why RSE is so important, and tips for how to kōrero with your tamariki (child) about tricky topics. Listen to researchers and fellow parents talk through skills you can use to create easy-flowing conversations with your tamariki. 

Parents & Whanau

Find research-based information on why RSE is so important, and tips for how to kōrero with your tamariki (child) about tricky topics. Listen to researchers and fellow parents talk through skills you can use to create easy-flowing conversations with your tamariki. 

Kaiako/Educators

We know that educators are always looking for new ideas to facilitate great lessons. Young people told us they want to learn more about how to navigate healthy relationships. They also want the opportunity to discuss the realities of their world.  That’s why we are including some lesson ideas and corresponding slides designed with educators and rangatahi. Check out the Educators section for content made just for you.

Content Contributors

Our Supporters

Available Now!

Kia ora and welcome to Te Puāwaitanga: Beyond the Birds and Bees.

An Aotearoa-based app/website designed with young people for young people. Let’s start some kōrero about relationships, sexuality and sex. 

Join Newsletter

Sign up to receive free webinars and links to future events