Extract:

This Theory of Change expresses the approach of Healthy Families NZ across Aotearoa in facilitating community-led transformation of the food system.

If we...

• Influence and advocate for policies that support resilient, sustainable, and equitable food systems, ensuring that local and central government strategies prioritise food sovereignty and food security for all communities in Aotearoa.
• Mobilise resources and partnerships with local, regional, and national stakeholders, fostering collaboration across diverse sectors to scale up community-led food initiatives and support innovative solutions that address food accessibility and affordability.
• Amplify indigenous knowledge and practices, honouring te ao Māori and Pacific traditions to regenerate food sovereignty, empower communities to take ownership of their food sources, and embed these values into food system operations.
• Promote sustainable food production and localism, encouraging communities to reduce reliance on supermarkets and industrial food systems while increasing local food production, distribution, and consumption to minimise environmental impacts. ...

June 2025

See also

Healthy Families New Zealand

Healthy Families South Auckland