Wellington · Tuesday 12 May 2026

1 Sector,
6 Parties Respond

A 2026 Political Panel

Meet your panel

Venue BNZ Partners Centre, Wellington

Time 4:30pm drinks · 5:00pm panel start

Community Networks Aotearoa invites you to a special Political Panel — bringing politicians together to respond directly to the realities facing Aotearoa's community and voluntary sector. Hear what each party is prioritising and what it means for your organisation.

The panel

Six parties, one conversation

Representing a broad mix of perspectives from across the political landscape, our panelists will respond directly to the issues that matter most to charities, not-for-profits, iwi organisations, and community groups.

Mike Davidson

Green Party

Andy Foster

NZ First

Dr. Kayla Kingdon-Bebbs

The Opportunity Party

Laura McClure

ACT Party

Maureen Pugh

National

Helen White

Labour

Facilitator

Jehan Casinader

Guiding a candid exchange of ideas across party lines

What to expect

More than just a panel

This is your opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of a conversation that directly impacts the work you do.

Direct responses

Politicians respond to the realities facing the community and voluntary sector — not rehearsed talking points.

Livestreamed free

Can't make it in person? Watch live on the CNA YouTube channel — free for anyone across Aotearoa.

Q&A opportunity

Engage directly with panelists. Your questions shape the conversation.

Drinks & nibbles

Networking from 4:30pm before the panel begins at 5:00pm.

Location

BNZ Partners Centre, Wellington

1 Whitmore Street, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011

Get directions

With thanks to BNZ Sue Barker Charities Law Streamliner Productions

1 Whitmore Street, Wellington Central

Tuesday 12 May 2026

Don't miss this conversation

If you're involved in a charity, not-for-profit, iwi organisation, or community group — this is your chance to hear directly from those shaping the road ahead.

1 Sector,6 Parties Respond