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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 submissionsInquiry into the Aged Care Sector's - current and future capacity to provide support services for people experiencing neurological cognitive disorders
NZCCSS highlights how the Aotearoa Aged Care Action Plan can guide the inquiry into aged care.
Submission to the Health & Disability Commissioner - Review of the HDC Act & Code
NZCCSS welcomes the review of the Health and Disability Act, focusing on rights and equity.
Feedback to MBIE & Ministry for the Environment - Making it easier to build 'granny flats'
NZCCSS questions if proposed changes for easier granny flat construction will truly support aging in place.
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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