I’ve been thinking… about Sustaining a CSO Resource

Kindra talks about how to sustain a Civil Service Organisation.

I’ve been thinking… about Starting Local Resource

David talks about NZ’s unique position to evolve new systems and approaches that support vibrant, sustainable communities.

I’ve been thinking… about Walking the Talk Resource

Jim Diers believes that New Zealand is paving the way in community-led development.

I’ve been thinking… about Hosting Community Resource

Dee Brooks, a community development expert, talks about the Art of Hosting, relationships, connections, engagement and having conversations that matter.

Learning by Doing – a handbook Resource

Learning by Doing – Community-led Change in Aotearoa. A comprehensive examination of community-led development, Learning by Doing includes both theory and practice, and is essential to anyone working in CLD in New Zealand.

Connections and Collaboration in Gore

Our first workshop of the year is done and dusted. Who came, what was learned and shared and what will happen as a result?

A positive Christchurch community story Story

Here’s a story of a Christchurch community that managed to transform itself through community-led development.

Connecting communities one repair at a time Story

Repair Cafés are happening all over Aotearoa. These pop-up events combine recycling, repair, community connection and food. It’s a win-win!

CLD Coordinator Job Description Template Resource

A sample job description template to support your recruitment of a CLD Coordinator – including values, likely responsibilities and core relationships.

Practical Steps to Growing a Community Vision Resource

Key steps for growing a community vision and helpful links into more in-depth information and resources.