A generation of kids have grown up with increasing income inequality and high levels of poverty. “The violence, poor health and lack of educational success of our poorest kids is a direct consequence”, said Ruby Duncan, President of the New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS).
“Our members do not want to be constantly battling the symptoms of underinvestment in families”, said Ruby. “Children deserve to live in families who have enough income to provide reasonable homes, food and clothing. Without sufficient support children from our poorest families will have a lifetime of physical, educational and social disadvantage”.
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