commission for financial capability

CFFC (The Commission for Financial Capability) is the home of financial capability in New Zealand. Our main focus is increasing the number of New Zealanders who are financially capable, putting them in the best possible position to achieve their life goals and reach retirement in good financial health. Our work is community based and we collaborate with other government agencies, non-government organisations, the commercial sector and the education sector. We also work with international organisations such as the OECD to contribute to the worldwide effort to build financial capability. The Commission provides free and independent tools and guides to managing personal finances, which can be found on the Sorted website - sorted.org.nz and fundfinder.sorted.org.nz We are also responsible for: Reviewing New Zealand's retirement income policies every three years and providing advice to government about issues such as the sustainability of New Zealand Superannuation and the role of KiwiSaver Supporting the development of quality financial education resources for use in schools and adult learning environments Ensuring the legislative framework for retirement villages is effective and that retirement village operators comply with the Retirement Villages Act 2003, regulations and code of practice Leading the National Strategy for Financial Capability Diane Maxwell is the Retirement Commissioner and heads the Commission for Financial Capability. The Commissioner's term of office is for three years from 1 July 2016. The Retirement Commissioner's role was established under the New Zealand Superannuation and Retirement Income Act 2001 and is appointed by the Minister of Commerce.