Ā Mātou Mahi | Our work 

NZCCSS supports a modernisation of the Mental Health Act, especially with one that has such a quality of consultation and…

NZCCSS challenges the establishment of a Serious Youth Offender Category and the introduction of military style academies.

NZCCSS supports protection for employees who discuss and disclose their renumeration.

The December edition of our Weaving Policy newsletter

Submission strongly opposing the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.

The first installment in our “Guide to Government”, outlining the submission process.

An analysis of key government entities in relation to Structural Ageism against Older People

We draw attention back to the importance of the mail service for older people and health initiatives.

NZCCSS supports updating legislation to better protect children, but has concerns about the efficacy of this approach, as well as…

NZCCSS responds to the survey on the Long Term Insights Briefing coming out of Oranga Tamariki

The annual overview of the New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services for the 2023/2024 year

NZCCSS supports improved independence of Arotutuki Tamariki and advocacy options, but has concerns around the ability of this amendment to…

NZCCSS advocates for inclusive, holistic strategies to support older New Zealanders’ diverse wellbeing needs through the LTIB consultation on ‘Active…

Toitū Te Tiriti! Learn about the Treaty Principles Bill and how to make a submission against it

Press Release By 2028, over 25% of Aotearoa’s population will be over 65, yet the housing insecurity challenges faced by…

Explore key insights in this report on housing insecurity for older people in Aotearoa, highlighting ethnic and regional disparities

The November edition of our Weaving Policy newsletter

NZCCSS advocates for better support service accessibility for tangata wahikaha|disabled people, as well as access for their whānau and those…

NZCCSS supports suicide prevention strategies but calls for cross-agency efforts and targeted interventions.

We believe the amendments will unfairly disadvantage Māori and youth, leading to harsher sentencing.

We support HUD’s focus but raise concerns on high-rise suitability for ageing populations.

Our submission to MSD’s Long-Term Insights Briefing addresses future policy needs for New Zealand’s ageing population.

We advocate for a holistic, accessible approach to future education technology through the LTIB process.

NZCCSS supports school board objectives that promote inclusive education, uphold te Tiriti, and children’s rights.