Impacts of Poverty & Exclusion Policy Group
NZCCSS is committed to documenting the hardship suffered by many low income families in New Zealand, and to create informed public debate on related policy issues.
NZCCSS is committed to giving priority to the poor and vulnerable members of our society. We continue to work for the alleviation of poverty.
The Council focuses on poverty by:
- Documenting the hardship suffered by many low-income families.
- Advocating for policies that will immediately reduce poverty with long-term effect.
- Providing members with timely and relevant information on poverty.
Secure affordable housing plays a vital role in protecting low income people from poverty, and provides the stability required for good health and strong community life.
NZCCSS is committed to giving priority to the poor and vulnerable members of our society. We continue to work towards ensuring a decent standard of housing.
The Council focuses on housing by:
- Monitoring the impact of government housing policies on low income families.
- Reviewing and providing input on government housing policy.
- Developing and advocating policies that will ensure appropriate and affordable housing for all New Zealanders.
- Providing members with timely and relevant information on poverty and housing.
NZCCSS’ Impacts of Poverty & Exclusion Policy Group comprises:
- Karen Morrison-Hume, Convenor (Waikato Anglican Action, Hamilton)
- Mary Caygill (Trinity Methodist College, Auckland)
- Gerry Walker (Salvation Army, Auckland)
- Brian Turner (New Brighton Union Parish, Christchurch)
- Nettie Holm (Baptist Social Services, Hamilton)
- Mike O’Brien (Massey University, Auckland)
- Major Ian Hutson (Salvation Army, Auckland)
- Lisa Beech (Caritas, Wellington)
- Keith Taylor (St. Albans Methodist Church, Auckland)