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Revisiting Stone Soup: A Decade of Community-Led Action in Whanganui Story
A decade on, the Stone Soup kaupapa continues to thrive in Whanganui, anchored in aroha, connection, and the belief that everyone has something to offer. Read how local leadership, shared kai, and deep relationships have sparked lasting change-led by the community, for the community.
Strong communities grow from strong relationships – May 2025
This month, we return to what really matters: people, connection, and starting where we are. We’re sharing tools, stories, and insights to support your mahi, with a focus on strengthening… Read more
Exploring the journey of Stone Soup and Te Ora Hou Webinar
We’re excited to welcome back Te Ora Hou, to talk about their CLD journey and to help us deepen our understanding of how community-led engagement can support the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
Getting Local Government to Work With Communities Story
What does it really take for councils and communities to work well together?
Drawing on his experience as both a former mayor and a lifelong community advocate, Inspiring Communities Director Aaron Hawkins shares honest reflections on the challenges, opportunities, and mindset shifts needed to build stronger relationships across the system – especially as we head toward local elections.
Shaping better systems for better outcomes – Powerdigm April 2025
Kia ora koutou,Promoting and supporting community-led approaches is one of our core values, so when I came across a short piece I wrote for Inspiring Communities a decade ago on the… Read more
Ngāhuru – Autumn has arrived! Child Rich Communities pānui
Ngāhuru – Autumn has arrived! To all of our whānau around the motu affected by the weather, kia kaha – we are thinking of you. This pānui, our second of… Read more
Strengthening Your CLD Practice – March 2025
Community-led development (CLD) is a journey of learning, connecting, and taking action and we’ve got some great opportunities coming up to support your mahi! If you’re just starting out, explore… Read more
He iti te mokoroa, nāna i kati te kahikatea – Feb 2025
He iti te mokoroa, nāna i kati te kahikatea, small actions can lead to big change. Even with limited resources, we can achieve great things in our communities! Whether you’re… Read more
Kia ora e te whānau, and welcome to 2025!
Community-led development (CLD) is all about strengthening the hauora (wellbeing) of communities across Aotearoa. This year, we’re making it easier to learn, connect and grow in CLD, supporting communities and practitioners to build… Read more
Holly Walker Person
Chair Holly is an experienced leader, facilitator, writer, and policy professional who has worked for more than a decade at the interface of policy, politics, and advocacy. An outstanding communicator… Read more