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Our Reports
Te Kōrero mō ngā Kaumātua
Exploring the context of older people in Aotearoa New Zealand
Explore our easy-to-read guide that highlights the world of older New Zealanders.
Te Kōrero mō ngā Tamariki
Exploring the context of middle childhood in Aotearoa New Zealand
Explore our guide to understanding and supporting tamariki in middle childhood in Aotearoa New Zealand.
About NZCCSS
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
See all submissionsDraft Suicide Prevention Action Plan - for 2025 – 2029
NZCCSS supports suicide prevention strategies but calls for cross-agency efforts and targeted interventions.
Sentencing (Reform) - Amendment Bill
We believe the amendments will unfairly disadvantage Māori and youth, leading to harsher sentencing.
Residential High-Rise Housing in Aotearoa - Long-term Insights Briefing 2025
We support HUD’s focus but raise concerns on high-rise suitability for ageing populations.
Latest news
See all newsSpotlighting Structural Ageism on International Older Person’s Day
Recognising the vital contributions of kaumātua and addressing Structural Ageism across Aotearoa’s policies.
Oranga Tamariki still owes millions to care providers
Care providers face uncertainty with $5 million in delayed funding from OT causing disruptions.
Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, service providers unconvinced
Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, but frontline providers warn of negative impacts on vulnerable families.
Our partners and funders
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