Issue 17 of Rise featuring Ruahine Albert; one of the founders of New Zealand’s first

Rise - Our Stories

Rise is the Ministry of Social Development’s quarterly flagship publication. It focuses on how we all work together to make a difference to New Zealanders' lives.


In the latest issue of Rise 17:

A sister to lean on

Ruahine Albert was one of the founders of New Zealand’s first Māori Women’s Refuge. She has been breaking new ground ever since with a flexible, whānau-focused approach that excludes no-one who is willing to change.


Change, technology and rugby

Meet Brendan Boyle, the Ministry of Social Development's new chief executive.


City of ideas

Christchurch’s social services have found the opportunity and will to work in new ways as the city rebuilds.