Graeme Smith FYD BOP Drop your Boss 2015

Foundation for Youth Development programmes- Kiwi Can, Project K, Stars, and Career Navigator - significantly benefit New Zealand by building a population of youth who are better educated, have enhanced employment prospects and greater self-esteem, and are healthy and motivated.

2400 Western Bay of Plenty Year 1-8 children receive an inspirational Kiwi Can lesson every week, and so far 72 Year 10 students have completed the Project K programme. These programmes are helping the Bay's young people to be confident, healthy individuals who contribute positively to society.

Research shows that FYD programmes bring a 7:1 return to the NZ economy.