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Government’s welfare recommendations do not address poverty
Tuesday, 22 February 2011, 4:22 pm | Alternative Welfare Working Group
22 February 2011 Government’s welfare recommendations do not address poverty, says Welfare Justice Chair The Welfare Working Group’s recommendations anticipate leaving a quarter of a million people in poverty, says Welfare Justice - Alternative Welfare ... More >>
Relentless pursuit of well-being should be welfare goal
Friday, 10 December 2010, 12:00 pm | Alternative Welfare Working Group
New Zealand needs to invest more resources in the next generation by addressing income, housing, health and education needs in the present, says Welfare Justice - the Alternative Welfare Working Group. The group releases its final report, Welfare Justice for All ... More >>
Seeking a welfare system that is fair
Monday, 8 November 2010, 11:31 am | Alternative Welfare Working Group
Outspoken activist Sue Bradford will be in Nelson this week to push for a welfare system that is just and fair, cares for the vulnerable, and treats people with dignity. More >>
Aucklanders speak out on welfare changes
Thursday, 9 September 2010, 5:22 pm | Alternative Welfare Working Group
Community workers, welfare advocates and beneficiaries have spoken out about their experiences and hopes for New Zealand’s welfare system at a community forum in Auckland today. More >>
Invitation to discuss the shape of welfare changes
Tuesday, 7 September 2010, 1:51 pm | Alternative Welfare Working Group
As a public debate begins over the future of our social welfare system, Auckland residents are invited to share experiences and views about welfare at public meetings called by Welfare Justice – the Alternative Welfare Working Group. More >>