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Speaker Presentations and Papers
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Dr Liz Gordon, CEO of Pukeko Research Ltd presented the 'first cut' highlights of the findings of the 2016 Grandparents and Whanau Carer Survey at GRG's 4th National Carers and Members Summit 2016 on 7 September 2016 in Auckland. To view the PowerPoint please click on the image at left. To download and view a PDF of the presentation and notes please click here. |
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Sharon Lee, M. Ed, Waikato University, Researcher and former GRG Field Officer presented the findings of her thesis and study of grandchildren and their reflections on being parented by their grandparents. Her presentation at left is a collection of the reflections of the grandchildren in her study on a range of themes discussed. To read her full thesis please click here. |
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Rebecca Barson, National Manager Care, Child Youth and Family presented on the key changes to the Children Young Persons and Their Families Act 1989 as a result of the Vulnerable Children Act 2004 and new Ministry for Vulnerable Children/Oranga Tamariki and framework for protection of vulnerable children by the state. These changes affect some grandparent and whanau carers and their ability to access support services from the new agency. To view the key legislative changes and effects click on the image at left. |
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Julie O'Brien, Residential Services Team Leader, Stand Children's Services Tu Maia Whanau in Rotorua presented a workshop with practical tips and stragegies for parenting children affected by trauma. To view her presentation in PDF format click on the image at left. |
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