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Family Violence

Family violence is a key issue for the Families Commission. Its role is to research, advocate and promote understanding of the issues relating to families. Underpinning all its work is a strong commitment to the development of a culture that does not tolerate violence.

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Elder Abuse

Our conversations with families and those who work with them have highlighted concerns about elder abuse and neglect.

Research Publications

Blue Skies
Thu 15 Oct, 2009

Discipline in Context

Families' disciplinary practices for children aged under five

Kiwi families say they are increasingly using positive parenting techniques because they work, according to 100 ordinary families’ descriptions of their own parenting methods.

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Report
Tue 25 Aug, 2009

Family Violence Statistics Report

This report brings together New Zealand's family violence statistics to establish a baseline against which future trends can be measured.

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Report
Tue 1 Jan, 2008

Elder abuse and neglect

Exploration of risk and protective factors

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.

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