What Works for Maori Last Publication Date: 01 Nov 2012 The purpose of this review was to study evidence from five major domains of endeavour to identify a common set of interventions, initiatives, approaches and practices…
Family-centred Communities: The Role of Local Government Last Publication Date: 30 Oct 2012 In 2009 the Families Commission and Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) recognised the key role local government has in influencing and enhancing outcomes for families’ wellbeing…
Political Participation for Everyone: Disabled People's Rights and the political process Last Publication Date: 01 Oct 2012 In December 2011 the Commission released and sought feedback on The Wider Journey discussion document, which raised issues relating to the right to vote, accessibility of…
Early Start Evaluation Report Last Publication Date: 01 Oct 2012 Early Start is an evidence-based, early intervention programme developed by Professor David Fergusson, from the Christchurch School of Medicine, in conjunction with local social service providers…
Families Panels: Genuine collaboration Last Publication Date: 21 Aug 2012 In this paper we consider the innovative practice and relationship that underpins the Families Commission’s Families Panels. Our intention is to explore how a different, more…
ICCS (International Civic and Citizenship Education Study) Last Publication Date: 01 Jul 2012 New Zealand was one of 38 countries which took part in ICCS in 2008. ICCS focuses on Year 9 students' knowledge and understanding of civic systems…
Reviewing financial management in central government Last Publication Date: 01 Jun 2012 Significant fiscal challenges are forcing change in the way central government works. The Better Public Services Advisory Group Report of November 2011 recognises these changes and…
An Assessment of Data Quality for Examining Alcohol-Related Issues in the Queenstown Lakes District Last Publication Date: 01 Jun 2012 The specific objectives of this feasibility study were to examine: The availability and robustness of data and information to assess alcohol-related issues in the Queenstown Lakes District. Whether,…
Improving Education Outcomes for Pacific Learners Last Publication Date: 01 May 2012 The vision in the New Zealand Government’s Pasifika Education Plan 2009 – 2012 is that "the education system must work for Pasifika so they gain the…
Transforming cultures to grow women leaders Last Publication Date: 01 May 2012 This report, prepared by the EEO Trust for the Ministry of Women's Affairs details case studies of six New Zealand companies' work on gender diversity.