Tango Kilo Mike

Tango Kilo Mike is a modern approach to providing support for individuals and their families connected with New Zealand Defense Force and Emergency Services. We employ training, education and exercise as our focus strategies for crisis avoidance.

Who we are

Tango Kilo Mike Charitable Trust (TKM) is a New Zealand-based charity dedicated to supporting veterans and emergency service personnel in their transition to civilian life and fostering their well-being. TKM is the phonetic abbreviation for 'Take a knee, mate', and is our recognition that sometimes, we need to pause and collect ourselves.


Our tag-line is 'A different type of pressure' which demonstrates that while men and women in uniforms are protecting others, they themselves still struggle.


TKM provides a range of services, including career transition coaching, digital training programs, and resources focused on building a strong sense of identity, purpose, and belonging after service.


We address a critical gap in the support system for our community, particularly for those struggling with the invisible wounds of service. By leveraging digital technology and strategic partnerships, we aim to make our services accessible and affordable to all who need them.

We started in 2019, and have provided support to hundreds of individuals across Aotearoa, including crisis intervention, technology training, and securing employment into civilian roles.



Our Mission & Strategic Vision

  • Mission: To empower veterans and serving personnel to thrive by providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to navigate the challenges of transition and build fulfilling futures.
  • Vision: A society where all veterans and serving personnel feel valued, supported, and equipped to succeed in their civilian lives.


Regardless of what stage you are facing in life, we firmly believe you should not be there alone.



What makes us different?

  • Specialised Focus: Our niche focus on veterans and in-service personnel allows us to tailor our services to the unique needs of men and women in uniform.
  • Accessibility: The digital-first delivery model makes our services accessible to individuals regardless of location.
  • Affordability: Our fee structure and potential for grants and funding ensure that our services are accessible to individuals and organisations with varying financial situations and stages of growth.
  • Holistic Approach: We address both the practical and psychological aspects of being in a uniform of service, service transition, and supporting people in building fulfilling lives now and into the future.


We maintain a strategic partnership model with people and organisations around the globe, recognising that capability and success is amplified when we work together. We call this our Coalition for Good. We have links into SFO groups in the US and UK, veterans groups in US, UK and Aus, and a host of sole-trader/supplier initiatives with people who just want to help.

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We don't differentiate on where you have served.

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Tango Kilo Mike Charitable Trust is a registered NZ Charity: CC59166

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