Welcome to our February 2023 Pānui
He hono tangata e kore e motu; kāpā he taura waka e motu.
Connections between people cannot be severed whereas those of a canoe-rope can.
Welcome to the start of our journey for 2023!
It is said invisible threads are often the strongest ties. This certainly bears truths for many of us at the start of this new year, as we reconnect to champion food security together.
Years deep on this journey we affirm the vision still shines bright, with the call for collective change clearer than ever: An abundant Aotearoa with nutritional kai accessible for all.
This election year especially we have important mahi to continue, so we once again invite you to join us as we move forward with hope.
tautoko
We begin acknowledging all those around the motu suddenly impacted by recent weather anomalies. As many are still in the throes of clean-up efforts, please know we see you, we are here with you, and we support you. Kia kaha. We have learnt and witnessed over the past three years that Aotearoa comes together during our times of need, and we will continue to connect with many as we collectively rebuild and restore.
disrupted access to kai
As we recover together we know there is significant impact for all, as crop losses and anticipated interruptions to our food supply become apparent – not just in the immediate but in the months to come. Kore Hiakai remain committed to keeping watch on this space, working with government to ensure all can still access healthy, affordable kai as Auckland Civil Defence and Emergency Management Group coordinate assistance to those communities affected.
food and fibre sector call on prime minister
Listen to the food and fibre sector request for clarity from our new Prime Minister Chris Hipkins – radio segment here.
tackling food poverty
Check out Kore Hiakai Pou Ārahi Tric Malcolm discussing food poverty, our food systems and the food security space.
“The number of people going hungry has increased over the last few years. A group from different sectors are aiming to create solutions to the challenges we face in our food system… Tric Malcolm is the Pou Ārahi at Kore Hiakai Zero Hunger Collective… she talks to Jesse.”
Watch this exciting space for further announcements!
kore hiakai organisational developments
Last year Kore Hiakai Zero Hunger Collective reveiwed our structures and kaupapa, including our formal structures as a collective. We are grateful to all who contributed by offering their wisdom, insights and critiques.
Following on from this review, we are thrilled to say this year Kore Hiakai Zero Hunger Collective will be announcing changes to our organisation, creating opportunities for further collaboration and contributions as we work as a ‘collective’ to create a Food Secure Aotearoa...
Our focus for 2023 remains consistent with our previous work. Check out what you are already a part of, where you would like to connect, what challenges you, or where you can challenge us. Feel free to contact any of us about this Collective mahi:
Continuing to make connections with those involved in our Collective:
Tony (Tamaki Makaurau and Waikato) tony.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Sophie (across the motu) sophie.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Kaea (Tikanga Māori) kaea.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Tric tric.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Aotearoa Food Parcel Measure and Dashboard:
Ka Mākona - cost of living and income adequacy:
Food Security Measure Project:
Sonya sonya.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Including exploring the role of Māori Kai sovereignty –
Pasifika approach to food security:
Mana to Mana practice:
Tric tric.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz (with Alannah Marriott)
Continuing to keep watch on government policy:
Jennie jennie.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
Sonya sonya.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz
And advocating for adequate resources for Community food –
Election 2023:
aotearoa food parcel measure (afpm)
During January 7,896 people were fed from 1,974 food parcels equalling 23,688 meals provided for – supplied from 3 organisations.
In the year to date (July 2022 to January 2023) 58,860 people have been fed from 14,670 food parcels equalling 176,040 meals supplied from 3 organisations.
If you would like to be part of our food parcel measure (AFPM) data gathering, analysis and insights to help us monitor the number of people being given food assistance through community food organisations please get in touch with Tammie tammie.korehiakai@nzccss.org.nz or check our our dashboard here.
2023 certainly started with an unexpected bang as the disruptions are felt far and wide. We’ve been here before; bonded with compassion and care through our crisis and adversity.
Let’s continue to walk strong together, staying connected through whanaungatanga, and maintaining the strength of our relationships as we work together to recover and strive for a food secure Aotearoa.
He hono tangata e kore e motu; kāpā he taura waka e motu.
Connections between people cannot be severed whereas those of a canoe-rope can.