Connecting for change conference 28-29 July, Wellington

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.
Connecting for change conference
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Connecting for Change

28–29 July, Wellington

A two-day conference bringing together community organisations, social sector leaders, and government representatives to share solutions and shape an equitable Aotearoa New Zealand.
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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.

Our Members

Latest submissions

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Electoral (District Boundaries) Amendment Bill - April 2026

NZCCSS strongly opposes the amendments proposed in the Electoral (District Boundaries) Amendment Bill. There are significant concerns around the quality…

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Draft Carers' Strategy Action Plan - March 2026

NZCCSS’ submission reflecting feedback shared by members on the Draft Carers’ Strategy Action Plan and the opportunities and challenges they…

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When Data isn’t Neutral

A contribution on the importance of understanding your lens from Sarah Mulcahy for the CDEI Guest Editorship

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CDEI Blog – Introduction

An introduction to the blog series NZCCSS produced for the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation’s Guest Editorship

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