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Chief Families Commissioner on Green Paper
Tuesday, 28 February 2012, 2:18 pm | Families Commission
As submissions close on the government’s Green Paper on Vulnerable Children, Chief Families Commissioner, Carl Davidson, says the Families Commission takes a zero tolerance position on child abuse. “There is no excuse for child abuse,” he says, “And ... More >>
Surviving the quakes: Children tell their stories
Wednesday, 22 February 2012, 10:11 am | Families Commission
Media release: 22 February 2012 Surviving the quakes: Children tell their stories On the first anniversary of the Christchurch earthquake, a short film will be launched which captures the voices of children who experienced the succession of devastating ... More >>
NZ research has answers to the debate on child care
Thursday, 9 February 2012, 2:24 pm | Families Commission
Family First raises an important issue when it discusses whether “daycare” is detrimental to children, and the debate is welcomed. But New Zealand research should also be drawn upon for the answers, the Families Commission says. More >>
Families with children in care/safety of subsequent children
Thursday, 26 January 2012, 1:12 pm | Families Commission
Improved inter-agency information sharing and staying connected to vulnerable families for the long term, are two of the key strategies identified in Families Commission studies that looked at the issue of subsequent children in families where previous ... More >>
Families with children in care
Thursday, 26 January 2012, 1:11 pm | Families Commission
Media release Families with children in care – and the safety of subsequent children Embargoed until Thursday 26 January 2012 Improved inter-agency information sharing and staying connected to vulnerable families for the long term, are two of the key ... More >>
Poor housing conditions prevent families seeking help
Wednesday, 11 January 2012, 10:09 am | Families Commission
Poor quality and inadequate housing can be a barrier to vulnerable families seeking the help they need, the Families Commission says. The Commission’s comment is part of its submission to the inquiry into housing affordability by the Productivity Commission. More >>
Teens having babies – challenges and opportunities
Wednesday, 7 December 2011, 11:43 am | Families Commission
New research undertaken by the Families Commission looks at the tough realities of teen parenting, busts some myths and says there are important steps we can take to provide greater support, choice and opportunity for young mums and dads. More >>
Families Commission Welcomes UnitedFuture/National agreement
Monday, 5 December 2011, 5:02 pm | Families Commission
The Families Commission welcomes today’s announcement of its inclusion in the confidence and supply agreement between United Future and the National-led Government. More >>
Teen health and wellbeing – the simple act of sharing a meal
Thursday, 10 November 2011, 1:55 pm | Families Commission
A new study undertaken by the Families Commission Research Fund has shown how taking the time to share a family meal has surprising health and wellbeing benefits for young people in New Zealand. More >>
Helping Dads Stay Connected
Thursday, 1 September 2011, 5:16 pm | Families Commission
New Zealand-based international website DIYFather.com releases its online resource on Fathers’ Day (4 September) this year, with thirty articles including practical tips and information about legal rights and support services. More >>
Commissioners leave a legacy for families and whānau
Tuesday, 16 August 2011, 10:22 am | Families Commission
The Families Commission farewells two of its Commissioners this week, as Gregory Fortuin and Kim Workman each complete their appointed three-year terms. More >>
The future of social family and whānau support in NZ
Thursday, 14 July 2011, 2:56 pm | Families Commission
Models for a sustainable and affordable social support system for families and whānau in New Zealand already exist, they just need recognition and support, the Families Commission says. More >>
Out of School Care – What Parents Want for Their Kids
Tuesday, 24 May 2011, 4:13 pm | Families Commission
Parents who most need the support of out-of-school services to help care for their kids are often not able to get ready access to it, a Families Commission report says. More >>
Commissioner's service will have a lasting impact
Tuesday, 17 May 2011, 11:46 am | Families Commission
Chief Commissioner Carl Davidson says the Families Commission will miss the input of Deputy Commissioner Bruce Pilbrow, who has resigned from the Families Commission, but says his work for New Zealand families will continue. More >>
Future Solutions - NOW
Sunday, 8 May 2011, 6:50 pm | Families Commission
Future Solutions - NOW A forum bringing together some of the most innovative social issues thinkers in Aotearoa New Zealand will look at how families and whānau can be better supported without blowing the state’s services budget. The 50 Key Thinkers ... More >>
Families Commission agrees with Coroner
Thursday, 21 April 2011, 9:49 am | Families Commission
The Coroner ‘s findings into the death of James Webster have been released recommending that the Families Commission develop and promote alcohol awareness education at home and in schools to develop resources to assist and support parents and families in ... More >>
Don’t lose sight of the value of parenting
Wednesday, 19 January 2011, 10:37 am | Families Commission
Efforts to get people off benefits and into work will produce good outcomes for families so long as the importance of parenting and caring roles is built into the equation, the Families Commission says in its submission to the Welfare Working Group’s options ... More >>
Don’t lose sight of the value of parenting
Wednesday, 19 January 2011, 9:19 am | Families Commission
Efforts to get people off benefits and into work will produce good outcomes for families so long as the importance of parenting and caring roles is built into the equation, the Families Commission says in its submission to the Welfare Working Group’s options ... More >>
Whole-of-family focus will help address child neglect in NZ
Monday, 6 December 2010, 10:45 am | Families Commission
Dealing with the whole family, not just the problems of individuals within a family, will go a long way toward preventing and redressing child neglect in New Zealand says Families Commissioner Christine Rankin. More >>
Family violence statistics show more taking action
Tuesday, 5 October 2010, 3:31 pm | Families Commission
An 11.8 per cent increase in family violence offences in the last year is more good news than bad, the Families Commission says. More >>
