NZCCSS is calling on our political leaders to show justice and compassion to all New Zealanders. We are asking for a commitment to policies that will lead to real change that frees New Zealanders from poverty.
We recognise that reducing poverty and hardship is fiscally expensive and will require further revenue generation or borrowing, however we believe it costs too much not to address this issue. If we continue to let poverty increase, we put at risk social and economic progress in Aotearoa, due to reduced productivity and social cohesion, and higher public expenditure and lower revenue in the long-term.
The most recent data shows that almost half a million New Zealanders are living without the basics. Hardship and poverty are not inevitable. We can make choices to restore dignity and
ensure a future where no child or adult goes hungry.
We are asking political leaders for the following:
- A Poverty Reduction Act
- A welfare system that frees from poverty
- A welfare system that recognises disability
- A reduction of financial barriers to work
- Working For Families that works for families
- Improved housing access and affordability
- To address rising food costs now
If you want to get involved or support this work, please email Alicia on [email protected]