Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board Member

Simon Britten is a dedicated community board member with 12 years of experience in the community sector, primarily with a kaupapa Māori organisation focused on youth and community development. Passionate about local government, Simon believes in using his skills to enhance community wellbeing. Currently, he leads a youth employment programme and runs a community news site aimed at boosting community connectedness and awareness of council activities.

In his spare time, Simon enjoys trail running and paddleboarding. He advocates for increased voter turnout, localism, and innovative public participation methods like participatory budgeting and citizens' assemblies. Simon finds the most reward in empowering local communities and values the common ground found among elected members with diverse perspectives.