Wendy Ellis

Wendy Ellis

Rangatahi Alcohol and Drug Counsellor

I am originally from Auckland and after travelling extensively overseas was enticed to Southland and took the opportunity to study under the Zero Fees Scheme.

After completing my Bachelor of Health Science, I felt Southland to be a very special place and have made it my home. I met my partner here and we have an animal family of two cats and three dogs.

I have a passion for working with youth and my career has been working alongside predominantly adolescents in the education, health and social service sector. I am excited about being part of the team at Nga Kete as the Rangatahi Alcohol and Drug Counsellor.