We exist to tackle tough social and economic challenges facing South and West Auckland.

THE SOUTHERN INITIATIVE

We focus on place-based and data driven projects specifically in South and West Auckland. Our primary goal is to disrupt the systems holding inequities in place, working closely with central government, businesses, iwi, philanthropy and community organisations to create and enable positive sustainable outcomes.

OUR VISION: To see our tamariki and whānau thrive

OUR MISSION: To build resilient communities

OUR PROJECTS

Explore some of the projects developed through our work which play a pivotal role in driving economic regeneration, advancing social equity, and supporting community development. Together, these projects create a connected network of strategies designed to foster lasting, sustainable change in Auckland’s communities of greatest need.