New Zealand Council of Social Services is the national umbrella organisation for local Councils of Social Services (COSS's), Community Houses, REAPS and other social service networks throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. Most importantly, we use our collective voice to lead to policy action, social change and community empowerment. We recognise that by working together, we can more effectively support local communities and member organisations to achieve social well-being. The membership of regional and local COSS's and other networking organisations includes both people in Local Government and Wellington-based Central Government, as well as those working for not-for-profit and voluntary social service organisations throughout New Zealand.
We place high value on Maori and Pakeha working together in partnership, based on the Treaty of Waitangi, along with full engagement in our multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society.
With thanks to Wellington City Council for their support via the Betty Campbell Assistance Grant.
