The Helen Clark Foundation November Webinar Programme
Age-Proofing Aotearoa’s Infrastructure
This webinar, on the latest report with WSP in New Zealand, Age-proofing Aotearoa: Rethinking our infrastructure for an ageing population, explores the impact of this transformative demographic change on the country’s infrastructure needs. It investigates the implications for health, housing, aged care, transport and urban design, and provides practical policy recommendations for how we can best prepare for this shift, with a focus on achieving equitable outcomes for all.
Thursday, 13 November 2025, 11 AM NZT
Protecting Young New Zealanders from Online Harm
The online world is an integral part of life for most young New Zealanders, but our young people are also exposed to an increasing amount of harmful material and behaviour online. Moderated by journalist Michael Morrah, our panel of advocates will talk about what they are seeing in their research and lived experience and discuss potential solutions for keeping young people safe online.
Friday, 14 November 2025, 12 PM NZT
Junk Food vs Public Health
New Zealand's obesity crisis is now the country's leading risk factor for death and disability and disproportionately impacts Māori and Pasifika. New Zealand's commercial food environment, marked by pervasive marketing of unhealthy products and the high cost of nutritious food, is stacked against individuals, making healthy choices nearly impossible for many. This crisis demands concerted political action, beyond ineffective educational campaigns that emphasise personal responsibility.
Monday, 17 November 2025, 12 PM NZT