Sleeves Rolled Up

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Sleeves Rolled Up is a podcast produced by The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga and Samoa. While you may know The Salvation Army for our op shops or handing out food parcels, what you might not know is that we’re involved in so much more. Our strong social justice focus informs our work, work such as reintegrating people back into society after they are released from prison, building social housing communities, supporting people experiencing homelessness, advocating for social change at government level, releasing research papers about social issues, giving people a hand up through our wraparound services and so much more! We hope you enjoy listening to these interviews with our guests who are determined to see people’s lives transformed through their respective roles within The Salvation Army.

Episodes

Monday Oct 02, 2023

Shelter from the storm: addressing homelessness & housing deprivation

Monday Oct 02, 2023

As New Zealand gears up for elections, we're thinking about the 100,000 people facing homelessness and those in uncertain or temporary housing accommodation.

Tune in as we examine the political promises and the real-world implications for the thousands of people seeking a place to call home.

Read the full Pressing Issues report: https://www.salvationarmy.org.nz/research-policy/social-policy-parliamentary-unit/2023-general-election

Wednesday Sep 27, 2023

Generation Z’s Future: What Politicians Need to Address

Wednesday Sep 27, 2023

As New Zealand gears up for elections, we're thinking about the issues that will impact New Zealand's younger generation. How will political parties address the persisting issue of child poverty and food hardship? What plans are in place to tackle the rise in youth mental distress and unemployment? And as instances of abuse and violence against children continue to rise, what are politicians doing to support prevention measures at the community and family/whānau level?

Read the full Pressing Issues report: https://www.salvationarmy.org.nz/research-policy/social-policy-parliamentary-unit/2023-general-election

Monday Sep 25, 2023

The Living Wage Dilemma: Election Promises and Reality

Monday Sep 25, 2023

As New Zealand gears up for elections, we dissect the promises being made about ensuring a living wage for all.

What are the various political parties pledging, and what does it mean for people on the margins? We explore topics ranging from job security to fair taxation.

Read the full Pressing Issues report: https://www.salvationarmy.org.nz/research-policy/social-policy-parliamentary-unit/2023-general-election

Wednesday Sep 20, 2023

Pathways & politics: faith, values, and politics with Labour MP Jamie Strange

Wednesday Sep 20, 2023

In the final episode of our Politics and Pathways series we talk to Labour MP Jamie Strange. Jamie's unique journey, from pastoral work to teaching, has profoundly shaped his perspective on the role of faith in public life and the enduring influence of Christian values in New Zealand's evolving political landscape.

During our conversation, Jamie also touches upon the centralization of services and its benefits for local communities. He emphasizes the critical need for meeting fundamental needs for all New Zealanders, especially our children and young people, to ensure they succeed in education.

Monday Sep 11, 2023

Justice reimagined: transformative tales from the Court of New Beginnings

Monday Sep 11, 2023

Join us as we chat to Carmel Claridge, Court Coordinator for Te Kōti o Timatanga Hou (TKTH), also known as the Court of New Beginnings based in Auckland, New Zealand. The court was set up due to concerns about increased low-level, public nuisance offending by people experiencing homelessness in central Auckland.

Carmel provides an intriguing glimpse into a typical workday and the multifaceted role encompassing advocacy, support, and legal oversight.

Tune in to understand how this unique court process promotes empowering, practical outcomes such as acquiring an ID, securing lease agreements, or re-connecting with family. Carmel also shares some heartwarming stories of individuals who have experienced transformation through their experience with TKTH.

More information about the Court of New Beginnings: https://saltmagazine.org.nz/the-court-of-new-beginnings-te-kotio-timatanga-hou/

Wednesday Sep 06, 2023

Pathways & politics: principled politics; standing firm for your values with National MP Simeon Brown

Wednesday Sep 06, 2023

This episode of our Pathways & Politics series features an interview with National MP Simeon Brown who speaks with Ana Ika from The Salvation Army’s Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit about the impact of his faith and his values in Parliament.

They also discuss some key issues we’re facing in society today around youth, crime and the never ending transport projects around the country. This interview is part of our 8-part series where we interview eight current MP's about their faith, backgrounds, politics and key issues for Election 2023.

Wednesday Aug 23, 2023

Pathways & politics: brave and curious, not fearful and suspicious with Labour MP Glen Bennett

Wednesday Aug 23, 2023

This episode of our Pathways & Politics series features an interview with Labour MP Glen Bennett. He talks with Paul Barber from The Salvation Army’s Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit about his pathways in life and faith, and his first term as an MP in Parliament in Wellington.

Glen grew up in The Salvation Army with parents who are Salvation Army officers. Caring for those on the margin - including many years working with children in foster care - is central to his life and his vision for politics.

This interview is part of our 8-part series where we interview 8 current MP's about their faith, backgrounds, politics and key issues for Election 2023.

Monday Aug 14, 2023

Giving more than just goods: a deep dive into the mission of Family Stores

Monday Aug 14, 2023

In this episode we sit down with Gareth Marshall, Territorial Director of Family Stores about the history and mission of these iconic Salvation Army stores.

We chat about how Family Stores play a vital role in supporting local communities and Gareth shares with us the behind-the-scenes process of sorting, pricing, and getting donated items on shelves, as well as some helpful tips about what to donate and what not to.

Plus, we discuss the role of Family Stores in promoting environmental sustainability through recycling and waste reduction. Throughout our chat, Gareth shares heartwarming stories of the positive impact Family Stores have had on many lives, as well as the opportunities they provide for volunteers.

Join us in this thought-provoking episode and learn how you can contribute to Family Stores' ongoing mission to help those in need.

Wednesday Aug 09, 2023

Pathways & politics: the 1.5 generation with Labour MP Naisi Chen

Wednesday Aug 09, 2023

In this episode of our Pathways and Politics series we interview Labour MP Naisi Chen about her pathways in life and faith, and her work in Parliament.

Naisi is the only MP of Chinese ethnicity currently in Parliament as well as being one of the youngest MPs. Describing herself as of the “1.5 Generation” she reflects on her identity as someone who came to Aotearoa New Zealand from China with her family as a young child, and her hopes to make sure that everyone has a voice in politics in this country.

This interview is part of our 8-part series where we interview 8 current MP's about their faith, backgrounds, politics and key issues for Election 2023.

Wednesday Jul 26, 2023

Pathways & politics: from the seminary into politics with National MP Simon O’Connor

Wednesday Jul 26, 2023

In this episode of our Pathways and Politics series we interview National MP Simon O’Connor who is the MP for Tāmaki. He talks with Paul Barber from our social policy team about his pathways in life and faith, and shares insights from almost 12 years as an MP in Parliament both as an opposition MP and as part of the previous National-led government.

“Faith”, he says, “is simply part who I am and informs everything I do”.

This interview is part of our 8-part series where we interview 8 current MP's about their faith, backgrounds, politics and key issues for Election 2023.