The Community Sector Taskforce was set up in 2004 as a result of work by the Community-Government Relationship Steering Group. This group recommended  two community-based groups be set up to develop projects to ensure the community and voluntary sector is informed, connected and able to do its work. The CST held a series of hui which resulted in recommendations back to government in mid 2004. (December 2004 report in 'Background reports'.)

The Taskforce is engaged in several projects, including COmVOiceS, a National Forum and a centre of excellence for community research.

The Community Sector Taskforce website is hosted by the NZFVWO at www.cst.org.nz. The Taskforce can be contacted at communitysectortaskforce@paradise.net.nz

This Hot Topic includes links to the latest Panuis and historical information on the Taskforce's background, organisation and members, and projects. Information in this Hot Topic was supplied by the Community Sector Taskforce.

News  (Full list of 16 news articles)

• 2006 Panui 13

  This May 2006 Panui welcomes Rees as the National Development Manager for the Taskforce, and outlines its 2006/7 workplan and initiatives.
  Date added: 19 July 2006

• 2006 Panui 12

  This January 2006 Panui reports on the 2005 National Forum (Wellington, 11-12 November), announces the new website at www.nzfvwo.org.nz/cst, and advertises for a new full-time Wellington Development ...
  Date added: 24 January 2006

• 2005 Panui 11

  This Panui gives full details of the 2005 National Forum (Wellington, 11-12 November).
  Date added: 10 October 2005

Hui and events (incl. AGM)  (Full list of 0 items)

Background  (Full list of 5 articles)

• 2004 Background Archive

  These articles gave background information about the Community Sector Taskforce and Te Wero during the 2004 public Forums. They are retained for their historical interest.
  Date updated: 3 April 2005

• 2004 Forums Archive

  In 2004, the Community Sector Taskforce held a series of Regional and National Forums, and sector discussions. This page links to information about the forums, kept for historical purposes.
  Date updated: 3 April 2005

• A brief history of the Community Sector Taskforce

  Note, April 2005: The page is awaiting update. A brief history of the Taskforce, why it was formed, its purpose, groups and principles.
  Date updated: 3 April 2005