Statement of Intent

Statement of Intent 2014-2018

We help New Zealanders to help themselves to be safe, strong and independent.

Our Principles

Ministry of Social Development people:

  • All own what we all do
  • Take responsibility for what we do
  • Understand our role in the big picture, who can help us and who we can help
  • Navigate through ambiguity and the opportunity it brings to create better ways of doing things
  • Act with integrity, courage and transparency
  • Celebrate our achievements and those of our clients
Statement of Intent
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