SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

The Social Development Program administered by the Institute of Public Policy encompasses three major work streams:

1. SOCIAL POLICY, which explores the research policy nexus with particular emphasis on household income and work, social investment and social development in cities and regions.

Contact:
Emma Davies: 09-921-9999 ext. 6036 or click here

2. CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, in which the IPP has played a leading role in national programs such as Building Tomorrow and Every Child Counts.

Contact:
Ian Hassall: 09-921-9999 ext. 8466 or click here

News:

March 09: Under-20-year-olds comprise nearly 30% of the total population, yet their interests are seldom considered by decision-makers. Using a Child Impact Assessment approach involves assessing a proposed policy, decision or activity to determine its likely impact on children. This report explains why and how to make this approach happen in local councils.

MA (Children & Public Policy) now available. Go here for more information.

Feb 29, 2008. New book launched - see panel to side for details.

3. CRIME AND JUSTICE including contracts with the Ministry of Justice and Institute of Environmental Science and Research Limited, Membership of Safer Auckland City and an MOU with the intelligence unit of Auckland City District Police. In September 2006 a national Restorative Justice Centre will be officially launched by the Governor General, an initiative that substantially advances the crime and justice programme of the IPP.

Contact:
Robin Hannah : 09-921-9999 ext. 6589 or click here