A Prime Minister once hailed it as a rare success. So why has this charity closed?

Genesis Youth Trust, once praised as a groundbreaking initiative for reducing youth reoffending in South Auckland, shut down last week after a quarter-century of operation. The charity's closure comes as a surprise given its lauded status and support from high-profile figures, including a former prime minister who once hailed it as a rare success. The reasons behind its closure remain unclear, but this has raised questions about the sustainability of community-based programs aimed at preventing youth crime. The shutdown underscores the challenges these charities face in securing long-term funding and support.