Every last Monday
Monthly Online AI Catchup
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5:30 PM NZST
A relaxed online catch-up to share what you’re building, swap ideas, and meet other young Kiwis working with AI.
New Zealand's Young AI Community
Connecting Young Kiwis in AI
A community for New Zealanders under 35 working with artificial intelligence - share ideas, build projects, and grow together.
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About Us
What is Young Kiwis in AI?
We're a community bringing together students, early-career developers, and founders under 35 working with AI across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mission is to help young Kiwis connect, learn, and build together in the AI space.
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Connection
Join a community of young Kiwis who are actively building with AI. Share projects, get feedback, and find collaborators who share your vision.
Inspiration
Monthly workshops, tool demos, and hands-on sessions. Learn from others building real AI projects, not just theory.
Opportunity
Access NZ AI job postings, internships, and freelance gigs. Connect with local companies and founders looking for talent.
For You
Who Can Join
If you're under 35, based in Aotearoa New Zealand, and excited about AI - from Auckland and Wellington to Christchurch, Hamilton, and Dunedin - you belong here.
Students
Studying CS, engineering, or self-learning AI. Want to build real projects and meet others doing the same.
UniversitySelf-taughtResearch
Early-Career Devs
Working your first tech jobs, exploring AI integrations, looking to level up and connect with peers.
Junior DevCareer GrowthNetworking
Founders & Builders
Building AI products, side projects, or startups. Need feedback, collaborators, and a supportive community.
StartupsSide ProjectsProduct
Over 35?
You can still be part of the community as a mentor or sponsor.
Events
Upcoming Events
Join us for workshops, hacknights, and community meetups across New Zealand, including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and online.
Graduated into a World of AI Christchurch Event
Auckland Meetup
Dunedin In-Person Meetup
Dunedin
5:30 PM
Our first Dunedin meetup - connecting students and builders in Otago with the wider NZ AI community.
Wellington In-Person Meetup
Wellington
6:00 PM
Join us in the capital for an evening of AI demos, networking, and community vibes.
More events coming soon!
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Support the Community
Whether you're an experienced professional, company leader, or industry expert - there are meaningful ways to support the next generation of Kiwi AI talent.
Sponsor Events
Help us host workshops, hacknights, and meetups across Aotearoa.
Speak at Events
Share your experience and insights with the next generation of AI builders.
Network Access
Connect students and early-career developers with jobs and opportunities.
Mentor Young Builders
Guide young AI builders with feedback, advice, and real-world perspective.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Young Kiwis in AI.
Ready to join the community?
Connect with other Kiwis under 35 building with AI across New Zealand, including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin, and online. Fill out this quick form and we'll send you an invite to our Discord community.
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Connect with AI builders across NZ
Share your projects and get feedback