We work with passionate people and organisations on community focused services and projects.

Connecting People has 30+ years experience delivering a range of community-focused services, projects and initiatives throughout Aotearoa.

We believe that connected, inclusive and thriving communities are at the heart of our society.
Research shows they make us happier, healthier, make us more resilient and help us to feel safer.

Connecting People works with communities and organisations throughout Aotearoa, specialising in Community Development, Stakeholder and Community Engagement, Organisational Development and Collective impact initiatives that build strong, resilient communities.

We also have extensive experience in Disaster Recovery and Community and Social Recovery following disasters.

‘Let’s focus on building community. The magic will happen when we bring together the strengths and abilities of each and every one of us.’

Sandra James

Our Approach

Together, we achieve more.

At Connecting People we’re not just consultants we’re deeply passionate humans, who care deeply about people and communities. We consider it a privilege to walk alongside you on your journey.

How we work

At Connecting People we take the time to get to know you, to understand who you are, where’re you’ve come from and where you want to get to. We’re pragmatic, action focused and professional. We’re expert facilitators. We manage processes/projects end to end using tried and true methodologies.

Our values

  • We are genuine and authentic in everything we do, we act with honesty, openness and accountability.
  • We are passionate about making a difference and aim to have a lasting impact – strong, trusted and respectful relationships are at our core.
  • We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we honour Te ao Maori approaches and acknowledge mana whenua status.
  • We are creative, flexible and innovative so we can engage all voices in important conversations.

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Simon Markham

Sandra is a highly skilled and experienced advisor and facilitator of developing communities and undertaking social recovery from disaster. She is passionately committed to the innate strength in community and seeks to bring the best out in people and community engagement situations with this always in mind. It’s been my pleasure to work with her in a variety of contexts for close to 15 years

Simon Markham | Manager, Strategy & Engagement
Waimakariri District Council