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Social Issues

The Salvation Army champions issues of justice and mercy. Our faith provides a solid foundation for life that helps us respond to moral and ethical issues.

Gamblefree Day

28 Aug 2010

It doesn’t look threatening. It plays cheerful tunes and flashes little lights. It spins bright, colourful images. It offers hope and excitement and ruin—all at the push of a button.

Fighting NZ’s Gambling Problem

28 Aug 2010

The Salvation Army is counselling a rising number of problem gamblers and strengthening its public health activities to address a serious social hazard

At 17, Alysha knew she didn’t have the skills to look after her newborn son on her own. She figured her only realistic option was to adopt him out. But when she talked to a hospital social worker, she found out about The Salvation Army Bethany Centre.

The Other Side of the World

12 Aug 2010

The Salvation Army’s work in poverty-stricken countries like Myanmar and dozens of others simply would not exist were it not for the faithful giving of Salvationists to the Self Denial Appeal.

Peace Makers

29 Jul 2010

Sixty-five years ago—in two blinding, flesh-searing flashes of light—atomic bombs blasted the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

No Private Matter

28 Jul 2010

The Rev Jim Wallis, US commentator on faith, politics and culture, argues that social justice is central to Jesus’ teachings and biblical faith. He calls the Church to turn from a privatised narcissistic faith to better serve the poor and protect God’s creation. Wallis will speak at The Salvation Army’s Just Action Conference in Manukau from 29–30 September.