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Family violence statistics show more taking action

Friday, 1 October 2010, 2:10 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 >>

Put the children first in child support scheme

Thursday, 2 September 2010, 9:56 am | Families Commission

The Families Commission says putting the needs of children first will help create a more equitable, flexible and effective child support system. More >>

Masterton has resilient families, social services

Thursday, 2 September 2010, 9:55 am | Families Commission

Families use social services in Masterton to maintain their strength and resilience and are mostly happy with the service they’ve received, a new Families Commission study has found. More >>

Put the children first in child support scheme

Thursday, 2 September 2010, 9:19 am | Families Commission

The Families Commission says putting the needs of children first will help create a more equitable, flexible and effective child support system. More >>

Commission welcomes new Commissioners

Thursday, 26 August 2010, 10:37 am | Families Commission

The Families Commission is welcoming the skills and experience that its two new Commissioners will bring to its work for the interests of families and whānau in New Zealand. More >>

It’s Not OK Built On Research

Sunday, 22 August 2010, 1:49 pm | Families Commission

New advertisements being released by the It’s not OK campaign this weekend (Sunday 22 August 2010) will encourage people to reach out and act when they know someone who is living with violence. More >>

New Chief Commissioner brings fresh focus

Thursday, 29 July 2010, 3:03 pm | Families Commission

The Families Commission welcomes the appointment of respected researcher Carl Davidson as the new Chief Commissioner. More >>

Tamariki Ora Programme – Defining Moment for Maori

Monday, 28 June 2010, 6:22 pm | Families Commission

“Last night’s Māori TV programme, ‘Tamariki Ora – a New Beginning’ was a defining moment for Māori,” says Kim Workman, Families Commissioner, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa. The programme deals with the issues of Māori family violence and child ... More >>

Tamariki Ora Programme ‘Defining Moment’ for Maori

Monday, 28 June 2010, 5:00 pm | Families Commission

“Last night’s Māori TV programme, ‘Tamariki Ora – a New Beginning’ was a defining moment for Māori,” says Kim Workman, Families Commissioner, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa. The programme deals with the issues of Māori family violence and child ... More >>

Tamariki Ora – A ‘Defining Moment’ For Māori

Monday, 28 June 2010, 4:26 pm | Families Commission

“Last night’s Māori TV programme, ‘Tamariki Ora – a New Beginning’ was a defining moment for Māori,” says Kim Workman, Families Commissioner, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa. The programme deals with the issues of Māori family violence. More >>

It’s Not OK gets thumbs up

Monday, 21 June 2010, 2:58 pm | Families Commission

The Families Commission and Ministry of Social Development (MSD) received the supreme award at the Institute of Public Administration New Zealand (IPANZ) Gen-i Public Sector Excellence Awards on Friday night. More >>

Alcohol Harms Families

Thursday, 3 June 2010, 9:22 am | Families Commission

The drinking problem in New Zealand will not be solved until we address aspects of our drinking culture says the Families Commission. More >>

Young White Ribbon Ambassador leads the way

Monday, 24 May 2010, 10:30 am | Families Commission

Young people can be leaders to promote positive change for families says White Ribbon Ambassador Johny O’Donnell during Youth Week (22 to 30 May). More >>

Rising numbers mean more work

Thursday, 1 April 2010, 1:26 pm | Families Commission

The rise in family violence offences recorded by the New Zealand Police for the last year is a reminder that there is a great deal of work to be done says the Families Commission. More >>

Resignation of Chief Families Commissioner

Thursday, 25 March 2010, 1:10 pm | Families Commission

“It is with considerable regret that today’s announcement of my resignation has been received in some quarters with inaccurate speculation as to what are my personal reasons for leaving the Families Commission. More >>

Kiwi grandparents face new challenges

Friday, 5 March 2010, 11:21 am | Families Commission

A new Families Commission report says most grandparents are faring well, but a small number are struggling – in particular grandparents raising grandchildren. The Commission’s Changing Roles research paints an intricate picture of grandparents’ lives, views, ... More >>

Kiwi grandparents face new challenges

Friday, 5 March 2010, 9:25 am | Families Commission

A new Families Commission report says most grandparents are faring well, but a small number are struggling – in particular grandparents raising grandchildren. More >>

Kiwi grandparents face new challenges , roles

Friday, 5 March 2010, 9:22 am | Families Commission

A new Families Commission report says most grandparents are faring well, but a small number are struggling – in particular grandparents raising grandchildren. More >>

Who is watching your relationship?

Wednesday, 3 March 2010, 1:26 pm | Families Commission

Parents and caregivers have far more influence than they might think on how young people develop and conduct their relationships, according to a research study released today. More >>

If you can’t make ends meet. Ask for help now

Thursday, 28 January 2010, 12:18 pm | Families Commission

Families with debts piling up on them after Christmas spending should seek help before the situation gets worse, says the Families Commission. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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