Who decides which tamariki get koha?
One of the many voices and sets of hands that make our community what it is.
Pera's expertise has been enhanced with AI to help you learn and take action.
In our journey to strengthen communities, we've learned that local knowledge is irreplaceable.
Through Shoebox Christmas this means social servics and schools making the decisions that matter most.
Key points in the kōrero
• Local Leaders Know Best: Schools and social services understand their communities' specific needs and challenges
• Flexible Approaches Work: Different communities need different distribution methods - from whānau celebrations to individual gifting
• Trust Builds Success: Removing rigid criteria and trusting community judgment leads to better outcomes
• Beyond 9-to-5 Impact: Dedicated teachers and workers (kaimahi) go above and beyond to support families
• Nationwide Reach: Supporting 17,000 children from Kaikohe to Invercargill through community-led decision making
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