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A co-working space to grow social and community sector collaboration.

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SociaLink strengthens organisations from the inside, providing tools to empower our social and community sector.

Our people provide a structure for research, innovation, collaboration, information, networking and advocacy throughout The Western Bay. Social sector organisations can connect, work together, collaborate with appropriate resources designed to aid in the delivery of smarter, more efficient services.

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Key Takeaways from the Community Governance Aotearoa (CGA) Conference – Rotorua – 12 November 2024

19 Nov 2024

By Liz Davies, Chief Executive, SociaLink/Tūhono Pāpori It was great to be joined by Soi Pearson, one of SociaLink’s Co-Chairs, and Christa George, SociaLink’s Organisational Advisor. Rose Hiha-Agnew, CEO of CGA CGA surveyed the community sector...

Key Takeaways from CNA Collective Currents Conference – 24 & 25 October 2024

19 Nov 2024

By Liz Davies, Chief Executive, SociaLink/Tūhono Pāpori It was great to see Margaret Scrimgeour and Chris Johnston from CoLab in Te Puke, and Nicky Austin from Katikati Community Centre at the conference. These were my main great takeaways from the conference;...

Social Investment Explainer available now

23 Oct 2024

The current Government has announced its commitment to a Social Investment approach. In addition to her role as Finance Minister, Nicola Willis has also been appointed Minister for Social Investment. What's SOCIAL INVESTMENT all about and how could it impact your...