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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.

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

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

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.

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.

The charter is designed to help children and young people understand what they can expect from life with their new foster families.

Foster Care Awareness week (29 October – 4 November) is a chance to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible job that our caregivers do.

The Social Report 2007 reveals the economic standard of living, employment and education of people in the Manawatu-Wanganui region is improving consistently, says local MP and Acting Social Development Minister Steve Maharey.

A government report showing New Zealanders’ general well-being continues to improve in a number of key areas has been welcomed by Acting Social Development and Employment Minister Steve Maharey today.

Greater support and new services are being introduced for people with ill health and disabled people