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Rising Community Support Waitakere Trust

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Sustainable Development

Major group affiliation:	Children and youth Women Non-governmental organization
Involvement in UN Partnerships:	Yes
If yes, explain in detail:	Want to work for Minorities and Sustainability of Youth and empower the ethnic communities..
Affiliation with other organizations:	Yes we are working with other org in NZ as well overseas
Publications:	Coming Alongside to Restore and Empower
Statements or documents submitted Commission on Sustainable Development:	http://www.rsw.org.nz/ www.rcsw.nz

Social Development

Accreditation to:	Conference of States Parties
Affiliation with other organizations:	All Heart NZ, Fair Food, NZ Food Network, The Trusts, Sandeep Jeewan Community, Waitakere Community Support, Auckland Council, MSD, Community Matters.. Rise and Shine Pakistan, Hope Worldwide Pakistan, Resthome
Publications:	We Can Work and fight together to beat Hunger
Purpose of the organization:	OUR MISSION: Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity. le ad positive systemic youth development change that’s trend then Auckland’s ethnic communities. Vision: Rising Community Star envisions a future for Auckland where every child has an equal opportunity to succeed; where vulnerable individuals and families have the resources and support they need; where people with disabilities can access opportunity and fully participate in their communities; and where all are supported as they navigate life’s challenges and positively direct their lives. Values: Rooted in an unshakeable belief in every individual’s ability to change and grow, we value accountability, connection, tenacity, and service as we help children, adults, and families pursue their dreams and goals. Service Objectives
Activities relevant to the conference of States Parties to the convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities:	• Active Ageing & Community Care Service • Helping the Non-Speaking English elderly people. • To Promote ethnic culture and culturally based activities. • Paying attention to the destitute within ethnic elderly communities. • Promoting chronic diseases, Coronavirus Awareness in their own language. • Providing support to needy all elderly people communities to fulfil the need. • Promote sports, outdoor activities in the elderly communities Auckland wide. • Creation of healthy wellbeing environment between different elderly communities. • Establishment or arrange of a twice a month cultural day meeting point. • Counselling Services, and educational workshops between elderly people, Children, Youth, and Adults. • Financial Educational based programs (Budgeting & Advocacy, family support by Workshop and Mentorship) Extra-Curricular Activities & Summer Camp In the past, RNSPTD has provided funding for activities such as: • Summer camp. • Yoga and athletic gym memberships. • Sports leagues such as Cricket, soccer, football, basketball, and softball. • Dance, cheer, and gymnastics programs. • Art, theatre, and writing classes. • Music, Vocals, and instrument lessons.
Confirmation of the activities of the organization at the regional, national or international level:	NZ Govt, Partner Org, and Local Community, litters and evidence are available
A list of members of the governing body of the organization, and their countries of nationality:	GOVERNANCE DISCRETIONARY GRANTS EDUCATION HEALTH HOUSING IMMIGRATION CIVIC ENGAGEMENT L . A. AUCKLAND GRANT DISTRIBUTION SUSTAINABILITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION 2020-21 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR Cyrus Leonard Rose President & Chief empowerment Officer, Westmount Asset Management CHAIR-ELECT Nauman Surfraz Retired Ethnicity of Auckland Supervisor, First District TREASURER Aioo Donna Tavita Partner, Commercial and Residential empowerments SECRETARY Anila Nasri Zac Guevara Retired empowerment Management Executive Eva Ho General Partner, Ventures Ambassador Irfan Nazar Partner, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP GENERAL COUNSEL Usman Afghani General Counsel, STAFF LEADERSHIP Albert Richard Wiremu President & Chief Executive Officer Steven J. Cobb Chief Financial Officer Noman Sitar Senior Vice President, Strategic Community Programmatic Initiatives Carol Bradford Senior Counsel & Charitable Advisor Jain Moore Vice President, Development & Donor Relations Efrain Escobedo Vice President, Public Policy & Civic Engagement Abraham Danial Partner MEMBERS Asofa Afiafi Gafoi Chief empowerment Officer, SFE Group Monica Rose Chair of Board of Trustees, Vice President, Operations Tina R. Walker Vice President, Human Resources & Administration Paula Valle Director, Marketing & Communications John Boniface Controller DESIGN Alyssa Abigail Rose WEB DEVELOPER Fundamental Design Group EDITORIAL & PRODUCTION Silvia Fuentes Paula Valle Castañon PHOTOGRAPHY Anna Ross
Description of the membership of the organization, indicating the total number of members:	65K total members worldwide and around 4K in NZ

Advancement of Women

Affiliation with other organizations:	All Heart NZ, Fair Food, NZ Food Network, The Trusts, Sandeep Jeewan Community, Waitakere Community Support, Auckland Council, MSD, Community Matters.. Rise and Shine Pakistan, Hope Worldwide Pakistan, Resthome
Publications:	Cooking with Monica The Project Young Women's Initiative
Statements or documents submitted to the Commission on the Status of Women:	www.rsw.org.nz
Statements or documents submitted to the Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women:	www.rsw.org.nz

Financing for Development

Membership:	Associate Regional International
Purpose:	Work together to support the poor and in need of basic need

Forests

Major group affiliation:	Children and Youth
Affiliation with other organizations:	Yes, Art and Culture based
Affiliation with UN bodies:	NA
Publications:	Rising Community Star Since 2019, Rising Community Star Project has offered professional mentorship for students interested in theater-related careers. This year, for the first time since its inception, the 2022 – 25 Rising Community Star Project will include a focus on theatrical design. In the coming year, a passionate team of local teens will be assembled to envision, create, and perform a festival of short-form musicals—also written by local teens. And—for the first time— using original sets, costumes, and other design elements created as part of the process. This page includes descriptions of participant roles, a calendar of key dates and events, and general information about the program. All prospective participants must apply and plan to interview (or audition) for a specific team. THEATER DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY PERFORMANCE ARTISTIC LEADERSHIP ARTS ADMINISTRATION
Statements or documents submitted to the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF):	Art and Culture COVID-19 Recovery Program. We are writing this Project with great interest to seek your kind assistance and support for the certain aspects of Art and Culture which are affected by the global pandemic of COVID-19. Our aim is to stabilize and uplift the wide range of cultural practices, participation and creative expressions of the peoples keeping in view the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand which is the true essence of this blessed land. To achieve this goal, we would like to request the Ministry for Culture and Heritage to please consider us for the Art & Culture COVID-19 Recovery program. We would like to confirm that we are working hard with Culture, Art, Musical, Dance, and Festivals programs to recover from COVID-19. This project created by Rising Community Star art and culture leaders & the resources on this project are designed to support art-base revival from the disaster of COVID-19. We intend to enable cross-sector collaboration between the public health, arts and culture, and development of our Whanau sectors to drive high-impact responses to COVID-19 across diverse communities. As we believe that art and culture sector play a key role in contributing to the social, cultural, and economic health of New Zealand. Our many artists, arts programs, and festivals are particularly vulnerable to the impact of COVID-19. As we know due to the unprecedented loss of revenue caused by the cancellation of performances, exhibitions, productions and community events, the closure of venues and the prohibition of public gatherings. Auckland begins to reopen and recover from the pandemic our purpose of the project is recovery of arts, culture, music, dance, and creative sector to provide a platform to Auckland based artists to continue, stabilize, adapt, or rebuild our creative practice in response to the challenges resulting from COVID-19.  Our Strategic planning and creative development research are in line,  Our Marketing artistic work and creative services are in pipelines.  To Upgrading technology to support artistic work technology team working hard and excited for level 2 to achieve goals (Radio and TV).  We are regularly update our website for upcoming development or redevelopment.  We are creating and adapting spaces for artistic practice and arts administration.  Rising Community Star continue working with artist to rebuilding and upgrading skills and knowledge in artistic practice, arts administration, and technology. Our team is very passionate to deliver the better outcome for the kiwi nation. For more details, please contact us and give us an opportunity to narrate in details of Rising Community Star arts, culture, music, and dance, festivals Covid-19 recovery project.
UNFF newsletter	Yes

Public Administration and Development Management

Involvement in Public Administration:

“Rising Community Star Project Writing Team Member” ELIGIBILITY This program is available to all Auckland Region students ages 14, 19. Eligible participants are within this age range for most of the project timeline. and community service requirements through participation. And (even though expectations are high, and the work is hard) you’ll no doubt have some fun along the way. WHY JOIN THE PROJECT? If you’re passionate about the arts and theater, if you’re looking for an opportunity to be immersed in a positive professional work environment, if you’re eager to collaborate with a group of peers from across our region—you should apply for Rising Community Star Project. This is your opportunity to begin building skills to help you along the path toward careers and higher education. Past Rising Community Star Project students have also fulfilled their service learning TUITION The Rising Community Star Theatre’s Rising Community Star Project is a tuition-free program made possible by a generous grant from The Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation, with additional funding from Jolene McCaw Family Foundation, RealNetworks Foundation, School’s Out Auckland Region / Auckland Region Department of Commerce, Susie and Phil Stoller, and Becca and Bill Wert. Please note that participants are responsible for expenses associated with day-to-day transportation and meals. RISING COMMUNITY STAR PROJECT /2022 – 25 MISSION STATEMENT Rising Community Star Project uses the resources and professional knowledge that exist at The Rising Community Star Theatre to help young people achieve a fulfilling career, a stronger sense of self, and confidence in their ability to inspire positive change in the world. Within this mission, we endeavor to

Publications:

Rising Community Star

Informal regional network of NGOs

UN-NGO-IRENE Newsletter:

Yes

Office of the Special Adviser on Africa
Purpose:	NA
Illustrative Project:	NA

Other UN Entities

Accreditation with other UN Entities:

UNDP IAEA UNEP IMO UNICEF UNIDO FAO ILO UNFPA CONGO GATT WHO ICAO UNCTAD ECA UNDCP ITU IMF UNESCO ESCWA ECE ECLAC ESCAP UNHCR DPI WIPO