Latest research

This report presents the results of a survey designed to find out more about the 40% of 15-17 year olds currently in the care of Oranga Tamariki.

This report presents evaluation findings into the Child, Youth, and Family (CYF) feedback and complaints system.

An overview of out-of-home care services for children overseas.

This evidence brief summarises international research on complex needs in children and young people involved in care and youth justice.

A high-level review of how different countries report on the harm experienced by children in the custody of care and protection agencies.

A report examining the impact of the KickStart Breakfast programme on students’ health.

The extent to which breaching bail conditions and reoffending while on bail may contribute to youth being detained in custody.

New research into Social Workers in Schools (SWiS) has found some positive and encouraging results.

A report on how better information can help social workers make good decisions about care options for young people.

An evaluation of two services reinforces that young people benefit from focused support when moving from being in care to living independently.

An evaluation of the Inside Out resource that supports LGBTI youth, says it is meeting a real need in schools.

Innovative research examining the safety of children and young people in care, highlights the importance of the Ministry's transformation.

These questions and answers are supplementary to the media release prepared in response to the report.