Previously known as FranCOSS (Council of Social Services Franklin Inc), Community Networks Franklin is a member of Community Networks Aotearoa, the umbrella organisation for local community networks. Our over-arching objective is to work together to support local communities.
Our vision is for a Franklin Community that works together to maintain a socially just and prosperous society within a sustainable environment.
We see our mission as one of speaking out for Franklin’s community service providers and to lead a transition to a local economy that is focused on people, nature and prosperity for all.
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Recent posts
Supporting our Youth
Are we doing enough to support our youth? Following our successful Supporting Our Children meeting in May, this month we focus on support for our youth with local youth mentor Chillion Sanerivi, OLOA Pacific Youth Group, Blueprint youth programme and the police youth engagement team CNF MONTHLY MEETING Wednesday 25 September 2024 10am-12pm Venue: The Stevenson … Continue reading Supporting our Youth
Self-esteem check!
Why is self-esteem so important? It impacts your decision-making, your relationships, your emotional health, your overall well-being. People with a healthy, positive view of themselves understand their potential and can feel inspired to take on new challenges. Our August guest speaker knows how valuable self-esteem is: Dress for Success Auckland South manager Jess McQuoid. We’ll also hear … Continue reading Self-esteem check!
Disability check!
Is our community doing enough to support people with disabilities? That’s just one question we’ll be asking at our July meeting. But first we have a very special guest speaker: Accomplished mouth painter, tetraplegic and inspirational speaker Grant Sharman who will talk us through his life journey. PLUS: What services are available who disabled people … Continue reading Disability check!
Health Check!
What health services do you think Franklin needs now? What will it need in the future? Our monthly meeting gives you a chance to have your say. CNF MONTHLY MEETING Wednesday 26 June 2024 10am-12pm Venue: The Stevenson Room, Franklin: The Centre, 12 Massey Ave, Pukekohe. Agenda Item 1: Welcome to all Item 2: Brief … Continue reading Health Check!
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SUPPORTING OUR CHILDREN
Do you know a child or young person in need of support? Do you know where to turn for help?Our focus at our meeting this month is on social services available to support children and young people in our area. Our guest speaker is Casey Grimshaw of Kidz Social Services, a local organisation offering support … Continue reading SUPPORTING OUR CHILDREN
SUPPORTING OUR CHILDREN
Do you know a child or young person in need of support? Do you know where to turn for help?Our focus at our meeting this month is on social services available to support children and young people in our area. Our guest speaker is Casey Grimshaw of Kidz Social Services, a local organisation offering support … Continue reading SUPPORTING OUR CHILDREN
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RSA & Lobbying
This couldn’t be more timely – our first guest speaker at this month’s Community Networks Franklin meeting is from the RSA, talking about Anzac Day and the role the RSA continues to fulfil in our community. This will be followed by a presentation from Franklin Family Support Service chief executive Robyn Driver who recently travelled … Continue reading RSA & Lobbying