Modern Slavery Hope in action: Tearfund supporters visit human trafficking work in Thailand Seeing the anti-human trafficking work of our partner LIFT in Thailand, was an eye-opener and an inspiration for the group of visitors who support this work. Read more... Tearfund NZ, Tuesday, January 28, 2025
General Seven global developments that gave us hope in 2024 From fewer climate disaster deaths to global anti-slavery progress, here are seven reasons to feel hopeful about 2024. Read more... Maya Duckworth , Sunday, December 15, 2024
Sponsorship All you’ve ever wanted to know about sponsorship We thought you’d be interested in the five questions we’re most asked about sponsoring a child. You might find answers to things you’ve been wondering about too! Read more... Tearfund NZ, Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Sponsorship A day in the life of a sponsored child Join in a typical day for kiddos at the Rwanda Compassion Centre Read more... Compassion International , Monday, November 25, 2024
General Open letter urging Kiwis to encourage fashion companies to align with the UN Fashion Charter As COP27 continues, Tearfund, Oxfam and Fashion Revolution are asking fashion companies to step up their commitments to tackle climate change, and we’re asking you to join us! Read more
General Fashion industry to cop flack at climate crisis talks With COP27 happening at the moment, we dive into the role of the fashion industry in the climate crisis. Read more
General A journey through war-torn Ukraine Auckland doctor Himali McInnes shares her experience accompanying her aid worker husband on a recent trip to Western Ukraine, where money donated by Kiwis is helping house people whose homes have been destroyed. Read more
Sponsorship Everything you need to know about giving a Christmas gift A Christmas gift to a child living in poverty is more than just a present, it signifies hope. It reminds the child they are loved, remembered and cherished. For many, those are life-changing reminders. Read more
Sponsorship What gift does the child you sponsor get at Christmas? From bedding to clothes to toys, here’s a peek at the types of gifts the child you sponsor may receive this year… Read more
Sponsorship Meet three frontline heroes fighting hunger during the Global Food Crisis Right now, the world is facing a devastating global food crisis. Read our blog to meet three heroic workers who are making a difference! Read more
Sponsorship Twelve heart-melting pictures of kids with their animal buddies Animals can help people in poverty and provide companionship and joy to children. Read our blog showing 12 sponsor kids and their favourite animals! Read more
General Boot Camp: helpful tips to care for your shoes This year, Tearfund turned up the heat on the footwear industry, exposing the exploitation and environmental concerns linked to our shoes in our article "Footwear: An Industry Laced with Exploitation". One way we can respond and tread lighter for people and the planet is by extending the life of our shoes. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to ensure your shoes live long and happy lives. Read more
General Airing the dirty laundry on donated clothes If you support Tearfund, you will likely be familiar with our work to reduce worker exploitation in the fashion industry. Recently, we’ve been focusing on the environmental impacts of fashion. The clothes and shoes we buy, how we care for them and how we dispose of them has never been more important. Read more