Articles tagged with Social Investment Fund
Empowering Communities: Updates on Family Violence Prevention and Child Welfare Initiatives
1 month ago | 174 viewsThe Minister for Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence and Minister for Children acknowledges key individuals and organizations in the field. Updates are shared on Te Aorerekura, the Oranga Tamariki Action Plan, and efforts to address trauma and prevent violence. The government is focused on improving multi-agency responses, workforce capability, and effective commissioning and investment processes to better support vulnerable children and families. Collaboration, communication, and social investment are emphasized to enhance service delivery and support community well-being.
Tags: Minister for Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Minister for Children Marama Davidson Emma Powell Benesia Smith Claire Achmad Te Aorerekura Oranga Tamariki National Strategy on Family Violence and Sexual Violence Social Investment FundNew Social Investment Fund Targets At-Risk Children for Positive Change
1 month ago | 306 viewsThe Social Investment Fund, recently launched by Social Investment Minister Nicola Willis, targets children facing challenging family or schooling situations, such as those with incarcerated parents or who have been suspended from school early. Data-driven evidence supports the approach of intervening early to improve outcomes for these vulnerable groups, benefitting both individuals and society as a whole. With a budget of $190 million over four years, the Fund aims to invest in effective solutions, empower community organizations, and measure the impact of interventions transparently.
Tags: Social Investment Fund Nicola Willis children parents jail care system school data evidence outcomesNew Social Investment Fund Targets At-Risk Children for Positive Impact
1 month ago | 287 viewsThe Social Investment Fund, recently launched by Social Investment Minister Nicola Willis, targets children facing challenging family or school situations, such as those with incarcerated parents or who have been suspended from school before age 13. By investing in these priority groups, the fund aims to improve outcomes for individuals and communities, based on data showing early intervention can lead to better long-term results and cost savings for the government. With a budget of $190 million over four years, the Fund emphasizes evidence-based approaches and transparent impact measurement, empowering organizations to make targeted investments that work.
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1 month ago | 259 viewsThe Social Investment Fund, recently launched by Social Investment Minister Nicola Willis, targets children facing challenging family or educational circumstances, including those with parents in jail or who have been in the care system. Data-driven evidence supports early intervention for these children to improve outcomes and reduce long-term government costs. The Fund, with a budget of $190 million over four years, aims to invest in effective strategies, empower community organizations, and measure the impact of interventions transparently.
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