Toi Ora

Toi Ora is an arts organisation in Auckland, New Zealand. It was started in 1995 in a small factory space above a spectacles shop in Mount Eden by people with a lived experience of mental health challenges, and by 2009 it moved to its current Grey Lynn location, adding gallery space. It provides free visual and performing arts classes, open studio time, exhibitions, and artwork for sale, aiming to enhance wellbeing through creativity for people experiencing mental distress.

Toi Ora was started in 1995 in a small factory space above a spectacles shop in Mount Eden by people with a lived experience of mental health challenges. By 2009, Toi Ora moved to its current Grey Lynn location, realising a long-held dream of adding gallery space to the offerings. With more space and funding for resources, Toi Ora has been able to provide an increasingly diverse programme of classes covering the arts spectrum. Each year, new and exciting courses are introduced to inspire and support its artists. Toi Ora has been making a difference and positive impact within the wider community for over 25 years.

A supportive and inclusive environment for people experiencing mental distress, using creativity for wellbeing.

• Free visual and performing arts classes

  Over 20 free classes in visual and performing arts.

• Open studio time

  Open studio time available.

• Exhibitions

  Stunning exhibitions and artwork for sale.

1. 1Toi Ora Live Art Trusttoiora.org.nz
2. 2About Us - Toi Ora Live Art Trusttoiora.org.nz
3. 3Join Us - Toi Ora Live Art Trusttoiora.org.nz
4. 4Our People - Toi Ora Live Art Trusttoiora.org.nz
5. 5Toi Orawikidata.org