
Kia Ora Māmā Facebook Group
Strengthening connected communities
Responding in times of crisis
The Student Volunteer Army have been using Facebook’s tools from their very first day responding to the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes. Over the past decade, they have continued to connect thousands of volunteers with people who need a helping hand all over Aotearoa.
Building community resilience
Groups is where belonging, connection and community thrive on Facebook and where kiwi’s connect with a larger community around issues and topics important them. Connection is strongest when people connect through Groups both online and in the real world, strengthening the social fabric of our communities.

Kahurangi Milne, Kia Ora Māmā
Facebook New Zealand Groups Fund
The Facebook New Zealand Groups Fund was a $50,000 investment in supporting grassroots initiatives building strong and resilient communities. Whether it’s for emotional support and to offer help when times are tough, or to connect around unique interests or hobbies, Groups have provided a gateway for people to connect.