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The reconstruction of Haiti must be based on justice

As churches and church related organizations mobilize resources to bring immediate relief, they are also advocating for the international community to waive Haiti's foreign debt.

CWS support reaching Haiti

In the chaos of aid distribution, CWS’s global partner, ACT Alliance, is managing to get food, temporary shelter, water cleaning materials and expertise to the Haitian capital.

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Bringing people together

CWS has been working with partner NSCC (New Sudan Council of Churches) following the civil war in South Sudan.

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Christian World Service (CWS) is the development, justice and aid agency of the New Zealand Churches. We work to end poverty and injustice throughout the world.

We support communities working for better lives and livelihoods, support humanitarian relief in times of disaster and campaign against the causes of global poverty. We respond to people’s needs regardless of race or religion.CWS is registered with the New Zealand Charities Commission (#CC22288).

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	Haiti Earthquake Donate now for Haiti earthquake relief and rebuilding.CWS partners are assisting. A trauma care support team has begun work. Food, water purification equipment, sanitation materials and tents are being distributed. The focus is on giving hope. Read latest here.
	Lent 2010 The season of Lent, Wednesday 17 February to Saturday 3 April is an opportunity to reflect on injustices in the world and take compassionate action for communities enduring hunger and poverty. A range of Lenten resources are available here
	Give us a chance Thank you for supporting the 2009 CWS Christmas Appeal, giving poor communities the chance to enjoy safe water, healthier food, education, and better lives. Click here for more info or donate online. If you helped promote the appeal, please complete our online survey.
	Stop Climate Change No genuinely meaningful emissions targets. Inadequate funding for people in poor countries. Copenhagen failed to deliver. The need for action is more urgent than ever. Click here for more information on climate change.