Pacific Islands climate debt
As the impact of climate change continues to be felt, Pacific Island nations are facing an existential crisis—not only from rising seas and stronger storms but also from the mounting debt required to build resilience against these threats.
Environmental
Justice
We aim to highlight voices in advocating for environmental action to provide justice for the poor and future generations.
Refugees & Migrants
We highlight the injustices faced by refugees and migrants around the word, and advocate for the human dignity of all people to be upheld.
Poverty and Inequity
We stand in solidarity with those in need and seek to bring equity for all in Aotearoa and across the world.
The Holy Land
We advocate to protect the lives and rights of all vulnerable people caught in the tragic conflict in the Holy Land.
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In order to promote peace, we must remain in solidarity with those around the world affected by conflict and disasters, even as the headlines move on to other issues.
On World Day of the Poor, we should think about all those affected by poverty
World Day of the Poor serves as a reminder to care for all those in poverty, in a country where we tend to focus on children.
Who is a ‘victim’ of human trafficking? The importance of representation
Discussions of human trafficking often focus on the most sensational and stereotypical cases. However, this awful practice can take many forms, and it is important to think about how we can represent all of its victims.