The Toutupu Framework is a youth development model which creatively utilises theology as significant tool in shaping the mission of Toutupu Tonga Trust/Tongan Youth Trust. Its mission is to assist Tongan/Pasifika young people who experience vulnerability as they settle in the New Zealand multicultural context. The model is a product of 30 years’ service with Pacific young people.

The model starts with identifying values and goals and identifying the struggles/issues facing young people. The next move is to address practically responses can be made to those needs. The framework articulates how theology connects and assists youth ministry. It describes the connection between theology, values, goals, needs and struggles of young people. Moreover, the significance of considering context, creation and global issues such as climate change are vital in the model. Above all are measurable outcome that indicate life transformation young people are the climax of the framework. The measurable outcomes highlight the achievements.