4C Centre & Shop - Powered by The Kind Foundation

4C Centre: The 4C Centre is an innovation hub for young people in Christchurch. Our fundamental purpose is to support young people’s opportunities to use technology to build on the 4C key competencies – Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking and Curiosity. Aimed at 15-25 year olds, the 4C has something for everyone, with physical and digital tools for all forms of creation. Democratise access to technology Enable young people aged 15-25 to have access to high-tech equipment and software without the need for money or enrolment in a particular course or institution – thereby breaking down inequities between different socio-economic groups. Be youth-driven Young people who are members will drive the evolution of the space, the technology and the way in which the space is governed/managed. There will be a high-trust model of membership where young people can access the space at any hours, do not need to have ‘adult’ or ‘institutional’ supervision and who have an active voice in decisions which affect them and the 4C Centre. Be project-based The purpose of the 4C Centre is ultimately about learning and creating pathways for members to employment or self-employment. Therefore the space is used for projects that utilise the space and the technologies in the space. Be industry-activated and championed The vision is that industry will offer projects or challenges or problems to the Centre that members can have a go at resolving. This will gain for them industry credibility and ultimately could lead to an income stream to support the Centre’s operational costs. 4C Shop: Calling all young makers, creatives and entrepreneurs! The 4C Centre has the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! We are on the hunt for stockists of locally produced items to fill our new retail shop. Are you a young person who is interested in developing your creative idea into a business? Or are you a business owner already and are seeking more exposure? We are here to help! Our Kaupapa is based around the young person is at the core, feeling empowered, equipped with knowledge and exposure to the market. Locally produced by young people and run by young people! Also, a great opportunity to gain work experience in a retail space. Open every weekend 10am to 2pm.