ADCOSS is an incorporated society, acting as an umbrella organisation covering the Auckland isthmus and including groups and individuals committed to the ADCOSS mission statement.
We aim to achieve this by:
- Coordinating the city network of social services
- Holding seminars on topical issues for social services
- Writing articles and responses to analyse local decisions and provide a voice for the Auckland community
- Actively supporting initiatives which share common goals i.e. Living Wage campaign, AAAP impact days etc.
Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to ensure that equitable social policies are maintained and that quality community and social services are delivered to Auckland City community.
We aim to achieve this by coordinating the city network of social services, holding seminars on topical issues for social services, writing articles and submissions to analyse local decisions and provide a voice for the Auckland community actively supporting initiatives which share common goals.
Our Vision
To create an inclusive society with active citizenship, active participation, mutual respect, valuing everybody equally, recognising humanity, with opportunity for everyone to develop their full potential and live a dignified and productive life.
Our Values
Treaty of Waitangi, Participation, Active Protection, Partnerships, Social Justice, Equality and Fairness, Community development, A voice for the voiceless
Executive team
Chairperson: David Haigh
Vice-Chairperson: Beate Matthies
Treasurer: Rika Werner
Secretary: Joan Lardner-Rivlin
Executive members: Ronald Andreassend, Andrew Beyer, Anne-Marie Coury, Lucia Davis (Auckland Council), Laurel Taufauata, Thurai Thuraisundaram
ADCOSS Staff:
Community Co-coordinator: Peter Wilson