Connecting for change conference 28-29 July, Wellington

Calling forth a just and compassionate Aotearoa

Nau mai, haere mai

Ki te kotahi te Kākaho, ka whati, ki te kapuia, e kore e whati.
When we stand alone we are vulnerable, but together we are unbreakable.
Connecting for change conference
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Connecting for Change

28–29 July, Wellington

A two-day conference bringing together community organisations, social sector leaders, and government representatives to share solutions and shape an equitable Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Our Reports

Explore our easy-to-read guide that highlights the world of older New Zealanders.

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Explore our guide to understanding and supporting tamariki in middle childhood in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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About NZCCSS

The New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) represents six Christian networks made up of more than 100 organisations delivering community, health and social services across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Their important mahi at the flax roots of 
communities informs our work advocating for change to improve the lives of all New Zealanders, which we see as an extension of the mission of Jesus Christ. We're dedicated to taking meaningful action to honour the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our work.

Our Members

Latest submissions

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Draft Carers' Strategy Action Plan - March 2026

NZCCSS’ submission reflecting feedback shared by members on the Draft Carers’ Strategy Action Plan and the opportunities and challenges they…

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Emergency Management Bill No 2 - February 2026

NZCCSS supports the kaupapa to increase recognition within Emergency Management legislation for communities and Māori.

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Latest news

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Easter and Ethics

The final contribution to the NZCCSS CDEI Guest Editorship about the relationship between Human Values for Human Ethics and the…

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Warm Data Labs

A contribution from David Hanna on the importance of addressing the limits of administrative data for the CDEI Guest Editorship

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Data as Taonga

A contribution from VisionWest Waka Whakakitenga to the CDEI Guest Editorship

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Our partners and funders

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