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Creative Careers Service (CCS) Process Evaluation

September 2023

The Creative Careers Service (CCS) pilot was designed in response to the economic impacts of COVID-19 on the creative industry. The service aims to assist people in the creative sector to develop business skills and plan for financial stability.

Children and Families Research Fund

Fathers’ household and childcare involvement in New Zealand: A snapshot, determinants and consequences

This study explores fathers’ engagement during the early years of their children’s lives and analyses the potential consequences of different levels of fathers’ engagement on their children’s outcomes.

 Youth health and wellbeing

Youth health and wellbeing survey results

The Youth Health and Wellbeing Survey called What About Me? surveyed 7,209 young people years 9 to 13 in their schools during 2021. Read the report of the results from young people surveyed in schools settings.

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