briefing to the incoming minister supporting community and voluntary sector for wellbeing of all new zealanders isbn 0 478 8326 7 14 september 2005 office ministry social development bowen street wellington www ocvs govt nz contents introduction 1 key messages 3 part one situation today an overview what is civil society 8 players describing 10 relationship between government agencies 13 two current challenges 17 developing greater capacity in volunteering needs support 19 philanthropic wishes engage with 20 providing leadership within need improve practices 21 three opportunities action 27 building knowledge 30 overcoming barriers progress 32 good practice public service four how works 37 our role responsibilities
