There is one programme that I am particularly passionate about, the Check & Connect mentoring programme for children or young people in years 8 to 11, which has a proven track record of improving engagement, academic performance, and retention rates—proven not only in Aotearoa but also around the globe. It's wonderful to see this programme getting more funding to make a difference for more young people. These programmes have all received funding increases since Labour has been in office. The programmes have been around for a wee while, but most of them have laid dormant and neglected—underfunded—by the previous National Government.