Understand Themselves
Recognising emotions, thoughts and personal strengths helps young people develop self-awareness, confidence and emotional resilience as they navigate everyday challenges.
Learning • Growing • Belonging • Impacting
Growing Minds. Building Confidence. Creating Change.
Aunua is a global alternative learning and social impact community for children, tweens, teens and young people. Through the ROAR framework, purposeful learning, play-based activities and play therapy-informed approaches, we support emotional, cognitive, creative and social development. As young people grow, Aunua creates opportunities to volunteer, become ambassadors, develop projects and turn their ideas into positive social impact.
Emotional
Development
Cognitive
Growth
Creativity
& Expression
Empathy
& Connection
Community
Impact
Beyond Academics
What If Emotional Development Could Help Children Learn Better Too?
Research involving more than
270,000 students
found that Social and Emotional Learning was linked with better academic
performance, alongside improvements in social and emotional skills,
behaviour and attitudes.
So why do we still think of academic learning and emotional development as separate?
Academic learning matters. But growing up involves much more than what children learn in the classroom.
Young people are also learning how to understand themselves, manage emotions, build relationships, navigate challenges, think creatively and discover how they can contribute to the world around them.
This is where Aunua goes beyond academics.
Aunua complements traditional learning through purposeful experiences that support the emotional, cognitive, creative and social development of young people.
Connect With Others
Empathy, communication and understanding different perspectives help young people build healthier relationships, stronger connections and a greater sense of belonging.
Think & Create
Creativity, play, curiosity and problem-solving give young people the freedom to explore ideas, ask questions and discover their own ways of thinking.
Turn Growth Into Good
Growth does not have to stop with the individual. As young people grow, Aunua creates opportunities to volunteer, become ambassadors, develop projects and turn their ideas into positive action.
Learning For Life
Because the Goal Isn’t Simply Better Students. It’s Better Humans.
Confident
enough to understand themselves.
Compassionate
enough to understand others.
Creative
enough to imagine something better.
Empowered
enough to make a difference.
That is why Aunua goes beyond academics. We want young people not only to learn and achieve, but to grow into capable, caring and socially aware people who can create positive change around them.
This thinking comes to life through
ROAR
Recognition
Openness
Acceptance
Reconnecting
The Aunua ROAR Framework
R
Recognition
Understand what is happening within you.
Recognise your feelings, thoughts, strengths and experiences. Awareness is the first step to grow.
O
Openness
Make space for possibilities.
Be curious, ask questions, explore new ideas and listen to different perspectives. Growth begins with an open mind.
A
Acceptance
Meet yourself and others with understanding.
Accept your feelings, differences and experiences. Empathy and compassion help build stronger communities.
R
Reconnecting
Return to the strengths already within you.
Build confidence, nurture relationships, find purpose and use your strengths to make a positive difference.
ROAR GROWS WITH YOU
One Framework. Different Stages. A Journey That Grows With You.
The Aunua ROAR framework supports children, tweens, teens and youth at every stage, helping them understand themselves, build confidence and create a brighter future.
Kids
Discover Your ROAR
Learning to recognise feelings, express emotions, explore through play and creativity, build confidence and connect with others.
Tweens & Teens
Strengthen Your ROAR
Understanding identity, navigating emotions and relationships, developing resilience, exploring strengths and building confidence in who they are becoming.
Youth
Use Your ROAR
Turning self-awareness into purpose. Young people are encouraged to find their voice, develop ideas, lead projects, become ambassadors and use their strengths to create positive change.
Aunua In Action
Young People.
Real Stories.
A Brighter Tomorrow.
See how children and young people are learning, connecting, finding their voice and creating positive change with Aunua.
Watch VideoReal Projects. Real Impact.
Small Actions Can Create Big Change.
Aunua gives children and young people opportunities to turn creativity, confidence, leadership and care into real projects that support people, communities and the planet.
Kindness
The Kindness Project
Kindness starts with one small action. Young people practise empathy and learn how everyday choices can create a positive difference.
Summits
Student Summits
Bringing young people together to learn, connect, exchange ideas and have their voices heard in meaningful spaces.
Creativity
The Positive Vibes Campaign
A global youth empowerment initiative celebrating creativity, resilience and the potential young people carry into the world.
Media
Aunua Heroes
A platform where young people can share their stories, talents and ideas through TV, video and digital media.
Leadership
Youth Ambassadors
Opportunities to represent Aunua, meet inspiring leaders, build confidence and take part in wider conversations.
Equity
Empowering Her
Supporting menstrual equity and sustainability so girls can grow with dignity, confidence and access to healthier choices.
Planet
Let’s Bottle This!
A youth-led campaign connecting climate action, empowerment and community impact through simple, practical change.
Community
Projects & Community Impact
Projects, volunteering and partnerships that help turn ideas into meaningful action within communities.
Aunua Academy
Learning That Goes Beyond the Classroom.
Discover how Aunua creates inclusive opportunities, resources and experiences that support emotional wellbeing, confidence, creativity and personal growth.
Watch the StoryExplore The Aunua World
Explore. Play. Read. Pause. Grow.
A world of resources, stories and experiences to support the emotional, social and personal development of every young person.
Aunua Library
A space for every young voice.Children and young people can upload their stories, art, poems, videos and creative work. Explore open resources for children, parents, teachers and educators.
Pocket School
Big learning in small packages.Practical resources, activities and tools that can be accessed anywhere, anytime. No need to carry books, just open, explore and learn.
Play & Activities
Learn. Create. Be You.Fun and purposeful activities, challenges and creative resources to explore feelings, build confidence and develop new skills through play.
Play Therapy Resources
Support, Understand, Connect.Play therapy-informed resources to help children and young people explore emotions, build confidence and develop positive relationships.
Aunua Meditation
Pause. Breathe. Be You.Guided meditations and calming experiences to support wellbeing, focus and inner confidence for every stage of the journey.
Watch & Listen
Stories. Ideas. Inspiration.Watch and listen to Aunua stories, Aunua Heroes TV, the Aunua Wellbeing Series, podcasts, meditations and more.
Meaningful merchandise for a brighter world.
ROAR Merchandise
Wear Kindness. Create Change.
Aunua Premium
Purposeful Resources.
Real-World Impact.
Bring the Aunua experience to the people, places and communities you support. Curated resources and experiences to help children and young people thrive at home, in education and in everyday spaces.
For Teachers
& Educators
Practical resources to support emotional, social and creative learning.
- Ready-to-use activities
- Stories and wellbeing resources
- Support for classroom and school use
For Parents
& Families
Meaningful resources to use at home and grow together.
- Activities and printables
- Stories and meditations
- Support for all age groups
For Organisations
& Businesses
Bring purposeful experiences into your spaces.
- Tailored activity packs
- Family-friendly resources
- Options for branding and collaboration
Aunua Premium
Interested in
Bringing Aunua to
Your Organisation?
Tell us a little about what you need and the Aunua team will get in touch.
Awards & Recognition
Recognised for Making a Difference.
Celebrating Aunua’s commitment to creating meaningful opportunities and positive impact for children and young people.
Vodafone
Digital Education Award
Award recognize teachers and educator teams across Europe who create innovative and inclusive digital learning materials.
2023
BIZZ Award
World Confederation of business 'Bizz Award
Recognition of business excellence in the world and is awarded by WORLDCOB to the most outstanding companies.
2024