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New Zealanders are taking action as a result of the family violence ‘It’s Not OK’ campaign, Social Development and Employment Minister Ruth Dyson said today.

New Zealanders are taking action as a result of the family violence ‘It’s Not OK’ campaign, Social Development and Employment Minister Ruth Dyson said today.

The Retirement Commissioner’s review of retirement income policy is a timely reminder of how crucial it is for people to plan ahead for their later years, Social Development and Employment Mi

The Retirement Commissioner’s review of retirement income policy is a timely reminder of how crucial it is for people to plan ahead for their later years, Social Development and Employment Mi

Government Ministers and the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs met today to celebrate the achievements of their partnership and joint commitment to ensuring all New Zealand youth are on a clear path

The number of New Zealanders receiving an unemployment benefit is at a 28 year low, Social Development and Employment Minister Ruth Dyson said today.

"Lives Cut Short" is a thoughtful and reflective work about the challenges of keeping children safe.

International Volunteer Day is an opportunity to thank the many New Zealanders who contribute their time and skills to our communities, says Community and Voluntary Sector Minister, Ruth Dyson.

Social Development and Employment Minister Ruth Dyson has announced the most substantial improvements in child welfare law since 1989 with the introduction of the Children, Young Persons, and their

Disability Issues Minister Ruth Dyson today announced that New Zealand has won the prestigious Franklin Delano Roosevelt International Disability Award for 2007.

The repeal of the DPEP Act means that sheltered workshops will have to pay everyone they employ at least the minimum wage, unless individual workers have an exemption.

The OECD Babies and Bosses report gives a good assessment of policies in New Zealand, and shows we compare well with many other countries

Disability Issues Minister Ruth Dyson today paid tribute to Emma Agnew,a future leader of the Deaf community

three-year WellElder trial which will offer counselling for older people going through life changes to try and prevent the onset of more severe depression

A quilt exhibition exploring the impact of family violence will be on display at Parliament.

The multi-party group is committed to providing leadership to end family violence and to promote stable, healthy family relationships.

The Labour-led government has announced almost $7 million in funding for a Longitudinal Study led by the University of Auckland, which will follow the lives of 7,600 children born in the Auckland and Waikato regions.

SeniorNet has had its private sponsorship reduced, not a reduction in government funding, says Ruth Dyson and Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson

New reports released today show New Zealand’s labour market continues to thrive, said Social Development and Employment Minister Ruth Dyson.

The record low level of unemployment of 3.5 per cent is the lowest rate since the Survey began

Graduates were each presented with the National Certificate in Whanau/Family and Foster Care in Christchurch.

Ruth Dyson says she welcomes the opportunity of assuming the full Social Development and Employment portfolio.

Today's inaugural Excellence in Foster Care Awards recognises carers who are exceptional.

The awards are given from a total of $20,000 and go towards supporting young people in care to fulfill their potential through leadership, vocational or tertiary training.