Benefits when joining us
We recognise that there is strength in a collective. We understand the power of standing together.
Primary and Community Health Aotearoa offers a collaborative and inclusive network that supports and advocates on behalf of community health services,, health professionals and leaders.
As well as regular online meetings to share and discuss issues affecting the primary and community health sector, we hold biennial two-day networking events that enable members to gather face to face, information-share and collaborate.
Advocacy is our strength and here at Primary and Community Health Aotearoa, we actively engage senior health officials from Health New Zealand and the Ministry of Health, the Minister of Health and the media in an effort to raise awareness and influence decision-makers in commissioning and funding and the implementing good policy to ensure quality care in the community.
Through a unified, galvanised association, PCHA will ensure our membership has the opportunity to contribute to and influence sector decisions.
Strong Sector Advocacy
Representation at key decision-making tables including Health New Zealand, the Ministry of Health, and with Ministers.
A trusted and independent voice advocating for sustainable, long-term investment in primary and community health services.
Policy submissions, position statements and advocacy campaigns shaped by your priorities and concerns.
Workforce Growth and Development
Support for workforce initiatives that grow and retain skilled staff within the primary and community sector.
Advocacy for training, leadership pathways, and employment settings that reflect community needs and values.
Promotion of a strong, committed workforce that reflects Aotearoa’s diverse communities.
Collective influence and collaboration
Be part of a nationally recognised body influencing health strategy, policy, funding and commissioning.
Sector-wide collaboration through shared forums, working groups and cross-sector initiatives.
A platform to work with other members to strengthen the voice and role of Māori, Pacific, NGO and community-led providers.
Equity and Community-Centred Design
Promotion of policies and services that respond meaningfully to inequities in health access and outcomes.
Championing community voice and consumer perspectives in service design, delivery and system planning.
Support to ensure services are shaped by the needs and aspirations of whānau and communities.
Thought Leadership and Information Sharing
Regular insights, updates and briefings on health sector developments, reforms, funding pathways and workforce trends.
Exclusive access to sector data, research summaries, and analysis to support decision-making and service development.
Invitations to member-only webinars, panel discussions and strategic conversations with experts and leaders.
Visibility, voice and media support
Public promotion of your work and impact through media engagement and national sector campaigns.
Opportunities to profile innovative practices and success stories from your organisation or region.
Strengthened visibility of community health contributions across Aotearoa.