Benefits of Neighbours Day Aotearoa
When we connect with our Neighbours good things happen! Here’s our top five benefits of connected neighbours.
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Wellbeing
When our neighbourhoods are connected and spiritual, physical and emotional health are taken care of, we feel comfortable, happy and healthy.
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Inclusion
We feel accepted in the community when we are allowed to be ourselves, can stretch outside of our comfort zones, and are included in other people’s worlds.
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Empowered
We feel confident to take action when we feel supported by strong social networks and relationships.
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Resilience
We can recover quickly from difficulties when we are prepared, we know our neighbours and can ask for and offer support.
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Caring and Safety
When we start from a place of neighbourly caring and generosity, feelings of trust, safety and belonging increase.