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Having a job. Enjoying good health. Feeling valued. Having security. Getting a good education. Taking personal responsibility. Owning a home. Feeling pride. Enjoying time with family and friends. Being able to contribute. Living in a healthy home. Having hope and big expectations. Enjoying an income that supports everyday needs. Having choices. Living in a tolerant community. Being happy. Feeling safe. This Social Well-being Strategy identifies these aspirations for Hamilton and the ways in which we can work together to achieve them. |
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Towards social well-being in Hamilton
In December 2006, key social development agencies came together to acknowledge the programmes and projects happening in Hamilton. They also came to discuss a new way of solving the problems and issues held in common. The decision to work together was entirely deliberate. It is based on the belief that comprehensive improvement to the city's well-being will not be achieved by the actions of any one sector. Nor will a single layer of government action suffice.
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This strategy is about positively changing the city that we live in and making a real difference for real people. It sets out our key priorities and how we will respond to the needs, challenges, and opportunities of the city.
City leadership/collaboration
Na tou rourou na taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi
Hamilton is a great city and we firmly believe that we can make it even better. This is why we have joined forces. By working together…
- Our skill, knowledge, and financial resources are magnified
- Our evolving leadership network enables greater dialogue, action and progress
- Our strong tradition of collaboration in the social sector is reinforced
- The partnership between Maori and the diverse non-Maori population is strengthened and guides our shared work
- Our voice of advocacy is clearer, louder, and more penetrating.
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Community capacity and pride
Maa Pango, Maa Whero, ka Oti ai te Mahi
As social development agencies, we commit ourselves to lift our city so that…
- People are truly vibrant. They feel empowered to do well, and take pride in their contributions.
- Our elders/kaumatua are respected and valued.
- Children are nurtured and whanau/family bind our communities together.
- People, especially our youth are actively contributing to the leadership of our city.
- People take responsibility for themselves and celebrate the communities in which they live.
- Iwi, Hapuu, and Marae are flourishing.
- People value and foster their own culture while respecting the cultural perspectives of others.
- People can afford to live and are able to determine their future.
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Vibrant young people
Tama Tu, Tama Ora – Tama Moe, Tama Mate.
Our young people are optimistic about their future.
- They have genuine hope, big expectations and are encouraged to take up challenges.
- They have safe, caring relationships which support their health and well-being.
- They have the skills and knowledge to confidently make choices about their future.
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Quality of life
Ma te whakaaro nui ka hanga ai te whare a, ma te matauranga ka u ai.
Our people truly enjoy their quality of life.
- They have access to decent, affordable, healthy homes.
- Their homes are a haven of well-being and security.
- Their incomes meet everyday needs and allow for real choices about how they live and play.
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Community safety
He aha te mea nui o te ao? He Tangata, He Tangata, He Tangata!
Our homes, our neighbourhoods and our city are safe places.
- Communities are free from crime and people live without fear.
- Our children and young people are free from abuse and neglect.
- The right support is there to prevent family violence and help people overcome destructive behaviours.
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Contact
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Strategy and Research
Level 2, Council Offices
Garden Place
Hamilton City Council
Private Bag 3010
Hamilton 3240
Phone: 838 6537
Fax: 838 6464
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