As we enter lock down, some answers to common questions from our partner Neighbourhood Support.
See our community discussions on turning your event into something COVID-19 friendly.
Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020
The premise behind Neighbours Day Aotearoa is that every day ‘neighbourliness’ can contribute to enhancing resilience and wellbeing, especially to vulnerable groups in our society. Being connected to our neighbours and communities is especially important at times like these, when already vulnerable people may be even more at risk. Reaching out and making meaningful connections with neighbours can combat loneliness and isolation, help improve mental health, and increase safety in our communities
Instead of holding gatherings, Neighbours Day Aotearoa are encouraging people to have conversations with their neighbours, to make sure people are not feeling disconnected or lonely, especially people directly affected by self-isolation. Check out some of the ways below to check in on your neighbours while social distancing.
And as always, follow the Ministry of Health guidelines to keep yourself and those you are in contact with, safe.
In the lead up to Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020, we’ll be bringing you a range of ways to be neighbourly this year!
How our partners are responding
Things you can do
Write a note to your neighbours
Cissy explains her passion for phone trees
Start a phone tree in your neighbourhood!
A great way to touch base with your neighbours in a coordinated, more personal way than social media or email alone.