A review panel is scathing of Child, Youth and Family's performance,
saying the current system is focused on immediate risks and containing
costs at the expense of tackling harm and supporting long-term outcomes.
The panel, led by economist Paula Rebstock, has recommended CYF should adopt an "investment approach" to needy children, intervening earlier in partnership with other agencies. It also recommended a new advocacy service for children in state care which would be run by the philanthropic sector.
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The panel, led by economist Paula Rebstock, has recommended CYF should adopt an "investment approach" to needy children, intervening earlier in partnership with other agencies. It also recommended a new advocacy service for children in state care which would be run by the philanthropic sector.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=11518171
