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 250 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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Latest submissions

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Education & Training - Amendment Bill 2024

NZCCSS highlights concerns about early childhood network approvals, charter schools, and attendance data.

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Sentencing Amendment Bill - Reinstating Three Strikes

NZCCSS questions the effectiveness and fairness of the Sentencing (Reinstating Three Strikes) Amendment Bill.

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Latest news

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Uncertain Funding Leaves Charities Struggling

Charities await Oranga Tamariki funding decisions, causing stress and potential risks for vulnerable youth.

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Oranga Tamariki Cuts Leave Frontline Workers in Limbo

Oranga Tamariki’s contract cuts create uncertainty for care organisations, affecting vital services for children.

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Urgent Need for Clarity on Oranga Tamariki Contracts

Read insights on Oranga Tamariki’s contract uncertainty and its impact on vulnerable children.

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