Lesley Allen

Lesley Allen is a former offender turned mentor who has dedicated her life to helping others overcome drug addiction. After moving to Northland, she found purpose at the Whakaoranga Whānau Recovery Hub in Kaikohe, where she provides peer support and advocacy to those struggling with addiction. Allen's journey is marked by her own battles with drug dependency, but she has transformed her life over the past four years, becoming a beacon of hope for many. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with cultural identity as part of the recovery process.