Celebrating Community-Led Change: Mana Motuhake o Te Kai Evaluation Released
We’re proud to share the release of the Mana Motuhake o Te Kai evaluation — a rich reflection on the journey so far and the collective impact of communities championing local food sovereignty in West Auckland. This kaupapa was born from the belief that communities hold the solutions to reclaiming their own food systems and […]
The slow creep of alcohol
This op ed was written by Healthy Families Waitākere Government Systems and Policy Lead, Vinetta Plummer Te Rarawa, Ngātiwai and originally featured on e-tangata At first glance, the Hairdressing (Reducing Restrictions) Bill contains what seem like harmless, even appealing, ideas. Being offered a complimentary glass of wine or a beer while I get my hair […]
Yes, data can produce better policy – but it’s no substitute for real-world experience
This article originally appeared on The Conversation Governments like to boast that “data-driven” policies are the best way to make fair, efficient decisions. They collect statistics, set targets and adjust strategies to suit. But while data can be useful, it’s not neutral. There are biases and blind spots in the systems that produce the data. […]
Whau and Waitākere Ranges Local Board acknowledge Mana Motuhake o te Kai in 2023 Local Board Plans
A collaborative tool to indigenise local food systems for the health and wellbeing of West Auckland has been acknowledged and referenced in the Whau and Waitākere Ranges Local Board Plans for 2023. Developed by Hoani Waititi Marae, Community Waitākere and Healthy Families Waitākere, Mana Motuhake o te Kai is a tool to authentically engage with […]
Education Review Office embarks on a collaborative journey with Tāfesilafa’i
An initiative rooted in Pacific culture is helping early childhood education centres support both teachers and children to thrive.
Unveiling the Keys to Effective Partnerships in West Auckland
The key elements needed in building authentic partnerships was the core focus of a day’s workshop held in West Auckland recently. With funding from WEAVE, Kai West member, Healthy Families Waitākere Systems Innovator Michele Eickstaedt organised the workshop, presented by the Partnership Brokering Association of Aotearoa New Zealand. The workshop was free to attend and […]
Defining Our Future – Alcohol Policy and Planning Forum with Alcohol Health Watch
On the 17th and 18th of July 2023, Alcohol Healthwatch organized the Defining Our Future – Alcohol Policy and Planning Forum at Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae in Tāmaki Makaurau-Auckland. More than 100 people, including Healthy Families Waitākere team members, gathered during these two days to stay up to date on the latest evidence regarding alcohol […]
Healthy Families NZ releases national report: Reducing the Harm from Alcohol
Healthy Families NZ is proud to release our fourth national Impact Report, focusing on Reducing the Harm from Alcohol. We’re creating a movement by bringing together system partners, change makers, local leaders and communities to design effective, locally-led solutions. We recognise that relationships and connections within the alcohol system are key to challenging the status […]
Indigenous Innovations Shine: Active Whakapapa and Tāfesilafa’i Create Ripples at the 2023 World Community Development Conference
The 2023 World Community Development Conference, From the Edge, was hosted in Australia’s Top End – where the longest surviving culture meets the rest of the world. The conference drew social innovation and community development practitioners from across the globe to delve into working with The Edge to deepen connection to community and culture. Known […]
Replacing alcohol sponsorship in sport: bringing community voice into law reform
Enjoying sport-related activities, whether taking part in, watching on a screen, or viewing from the side-line, should be something everyone can enjoy for their health and wellbeing – without being exposed to alcohol advertising. However, alcohol sponsorship in sports is deeply engrained across our sporting codes and grades, from grassroots clubs, provincial and national teams […]