New Zealand couples who are separating may avoid contested care of children if they can negotiate and maintain parenting arrangements themselves. This report shows how some couples have set aside their personal and relationship issues and put their kids first.
This report presents the results of a study (conducted as part of Research New Zealand’s November omnibus survey) in order to measure the general public’s opinion about the importance o
New Zealanders are increasingly concerned by violence in society and families. This report examines what makes older people vulnerable to abuse and neglect, and what reduces their risk.
Family form and structure have changed over the past 60 years, raising questions about how families can meet contemporary functions. Because the family is an economic entity, a critical social group, and a building block of communities, society itself can be affected when families come under pressure.
Families' perceptions and experiences of flexible work in New Zealand
This report summarises the findings of a research project conducted by the Families Commission, exploring families’ experiences of flexible work arrangements, and their impact on family life.
Many New Zealanders experience family violence. This report presents a framework for future violence prevention work. It examines responses to family violence and trends in government and community initiatives. It also suggests a conceptual model for violence prevention activities. It concludes with research, policy and practice recommendations.
Conversations with parents, carers and children about out of school services
This report is intended to provide information from which to develop an OSS Five-Year Action Plan, led by the Ministry of Social Development. It draws on information from a large consultation exercise that asked a wide range of parents, carers and children how they would like to see OSS develop.
