For the Greater Good

Overview of findings from the Mapping the Social Sector Project

Hundreds of people are working in social sector organisations to improve the wellbeing of
people in the Western Bay of Plenty region. This project reports on the extent, depth and
complexity of the social sector; it tells its story and the valuable role it plays in the region’s
wellbeing.

SociaLink interviewers were privileged to work alongside many of the social sector’s amazing
volunteers and paid workers to gather this information. We are thankful to SmartGrowth for
the opportunity to conduct this study and report details of the sector’s life-changing work.

As you will read, Mapping the Social Sector Project findings are information rich, providing
insights into new ways of working together, and raising questions for future consideration.

SociaLink looks forward to working alongside organisations as they reflect on and apply the
insights gained from this project for the benefit of all our communities.