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.
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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.

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Parliamentary Standing Orders - Review 2026

NZCCSS address concerns regarding the current process for the use of urgency in passing legislation.

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Electoral Act - Amendment Bill

NZCCSS opposes proposed changes to the Electoral Act 1993 which risk restricting people’s ability to vote.

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Public Services Act 2020 - Amendment Bill

NZCCSS opposes the proposed changes to the Public Services Act 2020

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Te Raranga Kaupapa Here – Hōngongoi

Hōngongoi | JulyWelcome to this month’s issue of Weaving Policy from the New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS).…

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A responsibility to place and people: A faith based call to honour Te Tiriti, Tangata, and Taiao

Church leaders met with the Prime Minister in July 2025 to share their concerns and recommendations in relation to te…

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