SYHPANZ News

Youth 19 Rangatahi Smart Survey

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 18:09:04 GMT

Newsletter # 4 October 2019

Project news - we're nearly there!
Supplementary school surveys will add value to student data
Introducing: Dr Sonia Lewycka & Dr John Fenaughty
Youth 200 data featured in He Whakaaro
Spotlight: Substantial decline in cannabis use among NZ adolescents, 2001 - 2012, new analysis
New to our newsletter? Catch up on past editions

Youth 19 - Rangatahi Smart Survey

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:19:22 GMT

Newsletter # 3 August 2019

*Project news - over halfway there!

*Surveying in Kuta kuapapa Maori & Alternative Education & among NEETs

*Introducing: Aretha Ngawaka & Cordelia Lockett

*Confidential reports for participating schools

*Housing insecurity and youth

*New to our newsletter? Catch up on previous editions

Christchurch GP and youth advocate Sue Bagshaw made a Dame

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 06:46:44 GMT

SYHPANZ member now Dame Sue Bagshaw has been recognised for her significant contribution to youth health. She was instrumental in developing the "one stop shop model" which has been replicated across the country. SYHPANZ would like you to join us in congradulating Dame Sue on receiving prestigious award.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/113155377/christchurch-gp-and-youth-advocate-sue-bagshaw-made-a-dame

Survey of healthcare professionals for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Network Aotearoa

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 19:31:51 GMT

Dear Primary Healthcare Professionals,

The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Network Aotearoa is conducting a survey of primary healthcare providers on AYA cancer awareness and early identification. The findings from this survey will help the AYA Network to tailor our strategies and education tools to your needs.

This anonymous online survey takes 4 minutes to complete.

The survey is available by clicking this link

Primary Healthcare Provider Survey

Or by visiting the AYA Network website and clicking on the 'Providers' tab and selecting 'Primary health care provider survey'.

The survey will be open until Friday 3 May 2019.

Thank you for your time.

Adolescent Young Adult Cancer Network Aotearoa

Email: AYACancer@adhb.govt.nz

Website: http://ayacancernetwork.org.nz

Guidelines for Gender Affirming Healthcare for Gender Diverse and Transgender Children, Young People and Adults

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 22:03:08 GMT

Internationally and within New Zealand there has been a substantial increase in the demand for gender affirming healthcare over the past decade. The Youth’12 secondary school survey, estimated that approximately 1.2% of adolescents in New Zealand identify as transgender. It is likely that this level of referrals to health services will continue in the foreseeable future.

This guideline has been developed following the recognition that New Zealand’s previous good practice guide, Gender Reassignment Health Services for Trans People within New Zealand, which was based heavily on the World Professional Association of Transgender Health, Standards of Care, version 6 (WPATH SOC v6), requires updating to be in step with current practice and international guidelines.

Review link below for Guideline

SYHPANZ Newsletter Nov 2018

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 21:54:22 GMT

Welcome back - changes a plenty.

What's happening in Youth Health?

Youth Wellbeing, Reviews, Reform, Research, Policy

What does this mean for Youth Health Professionals?

Te Uepū Hāpai Te Ora Advisory Group - Safe and Effective Justice

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:31:39 GMT

Tēnā koe

Thank you for recently meeting with Te Uepū and being part of the public conversation on justice reform. I am following up on the recent engagement between your organisation and Te Uepū. I understand that you were promised recent data about young people held on remand.

I believe most of the information you requested is in the report from Oranga Tamariki - Youth Remand Trends: 2011/12 to 2015/16. Here is the link to the report: https://www.orangatamariki.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/Research/Youth-Justice/Youth-Remand-Trends-Executive-Summary.pdf

For your specific question – does ‘time on remand’ count against any sentence young people may receive? The advice that I have received from Oranga Tamariki is that there is no formal mechanism in the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 to allow time spent on custodial remand to count as time served against a Supervision with Residence order imposed by the Youth Court. However, time spent on custodial remand could still be relevant to the decision-making process around the appropriate response to the offending.

As you’re probably aware, the judge considers a number of things when making a decision including: outcome recommendations made at the FGC and/or in the social worker report, the factors to be taken into account on sentencing listed in s284, and direction given in s289 to impose the least restrictive outcome adequate in the circumstances. Once these are assessed, a shorter Supervision with Residence order, or a non-custodial sentence may be considered appropriate for the young person.

I hope this information is useful for you and your organisation.

We thank you for giving up your valuable time to meet with Te Uepū.

Please let me know if you have any further questions. We will send you updates so that you can stay involved in this important ongoing conversation.

Ngā mihi nui

Malisha Frawley

Advisor

Secretariat to Te Uepū Hāpai I Te Ora I Advisory Group

Hāpaitia te Oranga Tangata I Safe and Effective Justice
Tāhū o te Ture I Ministry of Justice
P +64 4 4949 889 | Ext 50889
L3 Justice Centre | 19 Aitken Street

www.justice.govt.nz

Child & Youth Wellbeing Strategy Consultations

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:13:35 GMT

Tēnā koe

Thank you for attending the Health Sector Engagement with the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet regarding the development of New Zealand’s first Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy across the country.

In preparation for the workshop we included two documents that we think are helpful, and interesting, reading. These are:

1. Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy Proposed Outcomes Framework

2. Understanding the life course and actions for better life outcomes for New Zealand’s children and youth

We would also like to draw your attention to the Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy page on the DPMC website. This contains an important video message from the Prime Minster, Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern, regarding the development of the strategy, and other ways you can have your say.

Ngā mihi nui

Hayden McRobbie MB ChB PhD

Professor of Public Health Interventions - Wolfson Institute of Preventive Medicine, Queen Mary University of London

Director - The Dragon Institute for Innovation

Mental Health & Addictions Inquiry - SYHPANZ meeting

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:07:27 GMT

On behalf of the panel of the Government Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction, thanks so much for meeting our panel members and your insights on issues for youth.

After receiving around 5,500 submissions, and holding about 400 stakeholder meetings and 26 community forums around the country, the panel has handed its report to Government, which will release it publicly at its discretion.

You can keep up to date with the Inquiry here.

Once again, thanks for your contribution.

Report is available - click here

Where we began SYHPANZ Founders - 2018 into the future with many of the founders still

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 22:18:19 GMT

Guidelines for the provision of pastoral care, guidance and counselling in secondary schools

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 07:57:22 GMT

Just released - an excellent resource for school health teams!

Everyone in a school has a role to play in supporting the wellbeing of students. The guidelines - Te Pakiaka Tangata Strengthening Student Wellbeing for Success - help secondary schools and wharekura discuss the roles, expectations and legal requirements of form/whanau teachers, deans, guidance counsellors, school trustees and principals, in the provision of pastoral care.

The guidelines were an Education Review Office recommendation following an evaluation of the provision of guidance and counselling in secondary schools. The guidelines outline practice principles, ethics and values with the aim of more consistent provision of safe, high quality pastoral care, guidance and counselling for secondary school students. Each school should develop its own plan for providing pastoral care, guidance and counselling in a way that is consistent with its culture.

Australia is wilfully damaging the health of children on Nauru to make a point – and it is appalling

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 07:10:55 GMT

When we visited Nauru as paediatric specialists three years ago, we were asked to see 30 of the 100 children being detained on the island. Among them was a six-year-old girl who had tried to kill herself and a two-year-old boy with such severe behaviour problems a doctor had prescribed anti-psychotic medicines. Their parents were in despair. They had fled persecution, trying to save their children from harm, but had ended up imprisoned on a remote island, without hope. We left with the view that these were the most traumatised children we had ever consulted on, far worse than children we had seen in Australia, Africa, Asia or Europe.

Youth Crime Action Plan Newsletter

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 22:17:25 GMT

Kia ora koutou and welcome to the August edition of the YCAP newsletter.

This month we showcase local research and interventions, aimed at reducing youth offending and social harm, and improving outcomes for rangatahi.

In this issue:

Help test out a new tool measuring changes in attitudes and outcomes for young people
New Zealand research - Developing challenging young people: Honouring their authentic story
Young offender to be first New Zealand prisoner to achieve Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
Te Ara Oranga Methamphetamine Demand Reduction strategy pilot
Strengthening whānau aspirations webinar
Kaitaia working together to solve recent crime spike
Christchurch Youth Action Plan launched
Positive results for Whānau Ora
Ethnic Communities Development Fund opens
Youth Week 2018 theme announced
Events around the country

The YCAP Partnering with Communities working group are continuing to meet with local YCAP groups and Youth Offending Teams across the country. If you would like advice on your current community action plan, or would benefit from facilitation to create or refresh your plan, please do not hesitate to contact us. We really enjoy meeting people from around the country and learning about the exciting initiatives that you have underway!

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please get in touch at YCAPideas@justice.govt.nz.

Youth, Peace and Security Report (Lancet Commission)

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 21:03:42 GMT

Youth are uniquely affected by humanitarian crises and conflict. The United Nations Security Council, on 9 December 2015, set a historical precedent by unanimously adopting a ground-breaking resolution on Youth, Peace and Security which recognises that “young people play an important and positive role in the maintenance and promotion of international peace and security”. This landmark resolution urges Member States to give youth a greater voice in decision-making at the local, national, regional and international levels.

Read the full report here

Research invitation: Prevention of sexual abuse of young people: Early identification of risk factors

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 20:55:15 GMT

Together with a colleague from the UK, Dr Hannah Merdian (http://staff.lincoln.ac.uk/hmerdian), I am conducting research on an issue you may be interested in. The over-arching aim of this research is to conduct a preliminary study of ‘what works’ in the risk identification and interventions currently in use with regard to sexual abuse, and to use this information to devise assessment tools with the aim of improving primary prevention and early intervention.

We would like to invite you to take part in:
- a brief survey (about 5 minutes) on risk prevention and assessment (and/or to distribute it to others who work with young people). We’d really value the experience of as many people as possible on this important topic.

The survey consists mostly of closed questions with answer options to choose from, so is quick to complete. However, we’ve also included several text boxes, if you’d like to elaborate further. You will not be asked to supply any information that could be used to identify you, or your organisation. If you’re willing to take part, please click on the link below, which will take you to the online questionnaire: Assessment & prevention survey.

Adolescent Risk Taking

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 04:04:49 GMT

Check out this great article on teenage risk taking. Its about wanting to have experiences not deificts in brain development!!

College of Child and Youth Nurses, NZNO monthly news bulletins

Sat, 01 Apr 2017 03:53:47 GMT

Please find the Friday 7 April 2017 issue here.

Please find the Friday 3 February 2017 issue here.

Please find the Friday 6 January 2017 issue here.

Court in the Act Issue 76 March 2017

Mon, 06 Mar 2017 22:29:52 GMT

Tēnā koe

Please find attached Issue 76 of Court in the Act.

Court in the Act will also shortly be available online.

We value your contributions. If you would like to contribute to Court in the Act, please send all submissions to courtintheact@justice.govt.nz.

Ngā manaakitanga

The Office of the Principal Youth Court Judge

Te Tari o te Kaiwhakawā Matua o te Kōti Taiohi

Ngā kōti Rangatahi O Aotearoa December issue

Thu, 22 Dec 2016 01:23:13 GMT

In this issue:

E mōhio ana koe? Do you know... How the Rangatahi Court got its name?

Kānohi ki te kānohi: Face to Face Meet the Principal Youth Court Judge John Walker & two new Youth Court Judges

Te Ahi Kaa: The Home Fire Te Kōti Rangatahi ki Mātaatua report on a wānanga they held

He Ripoata: Special Report Cultural Roots of Restorative Justice Retreat, Tukwila Community Centre - Seattle, Washington

Ngā Hau e Whā: Four Winds Kaumātua from Te Arawa and a Brit-ish Member of Parliament visit the Pasifika Court

He Ripoata: Special Report Hear from the Rangatahi Court Judges who attended the AIJA Indigenous Justice Conference - Alice

Tatauranga: StatisticsSee the latest statistics that show the over-representation of rangatahi Māori in the Youth Courts

Feedback on the first draft of the Accelerated Action for the Health of Adolescents

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 01:31:35 GMT

The WHO Secretariat, in collaboration with other UN agencies and in consultation with youth, Member States and major partners, have drafted the global implementation guidance for Accelerated Action for the Health of Adolescents (AA-HA! guidance). Its aim is to support the implementation of the Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health (2016-2030).

The first draft of the AA-HA! Guidance is now available for review by individuals and institutions. Input is now requested from governments, civil society, the private sector, academia, youth groups and citizens. If YOU have feedback, please respond by 15th January 2017 so that your comments can influence and be incorporated into the final document.

Go to this web page to read about the AA-HA! and participate in the survey.

The Lancet Commission - Adolescent Health & Wellbeing Newspost

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 00:19:11 GMT

The Lancet Commission are offering a series of upcoming adolescent health and well-being webinars and events.

Nursing Council of New Zealand : Results of the review of the nurse practitioner scope of practice

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 22:55:50 GMT

Dear colleague

As you know the Council has been reviewing the nurse practitioner scope of practice and associated qualifications over the past two years. I am writing to thank you for your interest and input into this review and to update you on the decisions the Council has made as a result of your feedback.

In April 2017, a new scope of practice will come into effect after the publication of a new statement in the New Zealand Gazette. The key change is the removal of the restriction to a specific area of practice. As advanced clinicians new nurse practitioners will be expected to self-regulate and practise within their areas of competence and experience.

The change to the scope will be accompanied by changes to education programme standards for Masters degrees leading to registration as a nurse practitioner. This will be followed by a review of the Council’s accrediting and monitoring policies for tertiary education institutions delivering these qualifications.

We are excited by these changes as we believe the new scope of practice and programme standards look to the future and will improve the flexibility and capacity of nurse practitioners to meet the health needs of increasingly diverse populations, under-served and vulnerable groups, and those in remote and rural settings. The changes will also clarify the role of the nurse practitioner and differentiate it from advanced registered nurse roles.

Education programme standards

In addition to supporting a broadened scope, our initial consultation in 2014 showed strong support (75%) for a more specific, streamlined nurse practitioner programme with greater clinical content and more emphasis on mentor support and clinical learning time. To fine tune proposals, we embarked on a second round of consultation in November 2015. Fifty four submissions were received from a wide range of organisations and individuals. I am pleased to now release the detailed analysis of submissions.

In summary, 78% of submitters supported the proposed education standards for the broader scope of practice and requiring students to develop advanced skills in more than one setting. The draft standards were seen as providing greater structure to nurse practitioner preparation, improving alignment between education and practice and increasing consistency between education programmes.

These changes will also be gazetted in March 2017.

Assessment of nurse practitioners for registration

The Council has decided to retain a refined portfolio and panel assessment system during the implementation of these changes.

In our consultation we proposed two options for changes to the registration process. The first, like the model used in Australia delegating assessment of clinical competence to education providers, was not supported.

The second option, proposing the Council maintain a role in assessment in addition to that undertaken by education providers was supported by 74% of submitters. Concerns remained about the ability of multiple education providers to assess clinical competence to a consistent standard. There was also comment that there is a potential conflict of interest for education providers to ensure students achieve educational qualifications and meet professional standards.

The Council has listened and carefully considered all the feedback. We appreciate that you do support our goal of improving the registration process and we will review it again when all the changes - to education standards, programme outcomes, competencies, assessment requirements, clinical learning hours and practicum requirements - have settled in. We expect over time to see increased confidence that a consistent standard of education and clinical training is being achieved.

In the meantime we will continue to explore options for national assessment. Trends in nursing regulatory assessment internationally indicate an increasing shift to outcomes based assessment methods that are independent of education providers, less reliant on subjective methods such as peer or mentor assessment, and that are underpinned by validity, reliability and defensibility.

Review of accrediting and monitoring processes

The consultation raised issues of inconsistencies between education programmes. The Council has decided to review its processes for accrediting and monitoring programmes to ensure they are in line with best practice and is planning to consult with key stakeholders in 2017.

Decision about Council’s role in accrediting programmes that don’t lead to a scope of practice

Clinical master’s programmes have become increasingly diverse to meet the needs of newly graduated nurses, nurses in specialties and nurses who wish to become educators, mangers and researchers. Some of the content of these programmes is outside the Council’s statutory role to accredit and monitor programmes that are prescribed qualifications for scope of practice.

In Australia, postgraduate nursing education that does not lead to registration in a scope of practice is accredited only by education quality assurance agencies. In New Zealand, we have precedence in the field of psychology with the separation of clinical masters from other postgraduate education. The Council works with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and the Committee on University Academic Programmes (CUAP) that have responsibility for the quality assurance of tertiary education programmes but we also have the distinctive mandate of assuring public safety which is our primary focus.

The Council has discussed this issue with Health Workforce New Zealand and is working towards only accrediting education programmes that lead to registration as a nurse practitioner or registered nurse prescribing. We will continue to accredit and monitor Clinical Masters’ programmes until the review of accreditation and monitoring processes is completed. The Council realises that education providers and other agencies will need time to adjust to this change.

Transition arrangements

While new nurse practitioners will no longer be restricted to specific areas of practice, they will be expected to self-define their own area of competence and expertise. Those already registered will be able to continue to practice with a condition placed in their scope of practice indicating that they work in a particular area or do not prescribe.

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact my staff or me.

Finally I would like to wish you season’s greetings and I hope you have a relaxing and rejuvenating break.

With best wishes

Carolyn

Psychosocial intervention just as good as CBT for depression

Sun, 04 Dec 2016 16:44:48 GMT

This study randomised adolescents with depression in to three groups (cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), short-term psychoanalytical therapy and a brief psychosocial intervention)

There was no difference between any of the groups at 12 months follow-up.

Take home message - support, clinician-young person relationships and follow-up are probably the most important aspect of care of depressed young people!

New Video in TAG Talks Series: The Crisis of Connection for Adolescent Boys

Sat, 03 Dec 2016 00:06:17 GMT

“The Crisis of Connection for Adolescent Boys,” the first of a TAG Talks video series.

It features Niobe Way, Professor of Applied Psychology at NYU, who has conducted deeply insightful research.

Research Survey: international study of clinicians’ attitudes towards the use of Serious Games in psychotherapy

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 05:20:28 GMT

From Jessica Huss, MSc:

I am a PhD student from Germany (University Kassel) and I am doing a research exchange under the supervision of Dr Karolina Stasiak from the Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Auckland. I would be incredibly grateful if you could distribute my brief online survey among your members. I am doing an international study of clinicians’ attitudes towards the use of Serious Games in psychotherapy. I am very keen to find out the views of New Zealand clinicians.

I have attached a PDF flyer with more information and the link to the survey.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me (j.huss@auckland.ac.nz) or my supervisor (k.stasiak@auckland.ac.nz).

This study has been approved by the Health and Disability Ethics Committees.

You can go straight to the survey from this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8MZHCG7

Thank you very much for your support!

The Lancet Commission - Adolescent Health & Wellbeing Newspost

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:48:11 GMT

The Lancet has partnered with four leading academic institutions (The University of Melbourne, University College London, the London School for Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Columbia University) to establish a Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing.

The Commission has 30 members from 14 countries spanning all parts of the globe. It has brought together experts, including youth advocates, with a range of disciplines as well as policy and practice perspectives.

This Newspost features articles on the World Bank Youth Group Summit.

National Nursing Consortium: Knowledge and skills frameworks Survey

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 00:46:56 GMT

Please circulate through your organisations and nursing networks.

Knowledge and skills frameworks (KSF): Survey

Please find attached a survey link, forwarded on behalf of the National Nursing Consortium.

The Consortium are reviewing the KSF toolkit and endorsement process in terms of delivery against the Consortium objectives.

This particular survey has been created specifically for the nurse leaders and potential users of KSF.

All nurses are invited to participate and circulation through nursing networks would be appreciated.

The Consortium needs as much feedback as possible, via this short survey, to help inform this part of the review.

Please use this link to enter the survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LMVBK6H

Closing date is: 31 October 5pm.

Kind regards

Liz Manning, RN, BN, MPhil, FCNA(NZ)

www.kynance.co.nz

CMDHB Youth Health Newsletter Sep 2016

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 22:18:42 GMT

Youth Health Newsletter

Latest Trends in Youth Health and Wellbeing

Vol 17, Issue 3, Sep 2016

this issue

Handle the Jandal - Youth-Led Change In Health

Mental Health Awareness Week

Dear Em - Empathise, Empower and Embrace!

The Untraceable Project

Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Conference

Facebook Launches Suicide Prevention Tool

Mental Health Super Summit

Behind the Wheel Māngere - Creating Safer Roads

Getting Help - Support for Gambling Problems

Education and Training 2016

New Books and Resources

CDC LGBTQ

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:55:05 GMT

Most lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning
(LGBTQ)* youth are happy and thrive during their adolescent years. Going to a school that creates a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and having caring and accepting parents are especially important. This helps all youth achieve good grades and maintain good mental and physical health. However, some LGBTQ youth are more likely than their heterosexual peers to experience difficulties in their lives and school environments, such as violence.

SAHMS Newsletter Sep 8 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:51:25 GMT

In this week's Adolescent Health News Roundup, top stories include stories about the decline in teen pregnancy, the CDC rejects the nasal flu vaccine, the lasting effects of early bedtimes for kids, the Gates Foundation donates $25 million to maternal healthcare in Pakistan and more.

Recreate NZ Sep 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:44:08 GMT

What's going on....?!

We have been doing everything from NZ Fashion Week, to multiple trips to the snow, overseas trips to the Gold Coast, getting vegetable plots started, picking hundreds of kilos of lemons and venturing everywhere from Kaikoura to Northland. Recreate youth have got it good! In this email we have links to our newsletters, a fundraising campaign we are running to help us with MOXIE and information about services out there that could help you with you and your child's future.

The moment that all of you have been waiting for... Newsletters!

The pictures below will take you to our online links for our Term for Newsletters for Auckland, Waikato and Christchurch. Not from these areas? That's all good! Give us a call and we can see what programmes might be available to you. We do our best to make all our programmes accessible no matter where you are in Aotearoa.

MSD Community Investment Sep 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:40:41 GMT

Message from Bryan Wilson - Community Investment

Tēnā koutou katoa

Last week we published the Community Investment Strategy Update 2016.

The Update summarises what we achieved in the first year of the three-year implementation process, sets out the direction for the next 12 months and aligns with the work programme to establish the new Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki.

Since the release of the Strategy in 2015, MSD has been developing its social investment approach to contracting for programmes and services. This allows us to better deliver effective programmes and services to the right people at the right time.

A social investment approach is about providing up-front investment to support people most at risk of poor outcomes later on in life. We will use the technology and data available to help us understand the people who rely on the programmes and services we invest in. We want providers to be able to spend more time working with their clients and collecting information about the results they’re getting, and less time meeting our contract compliance requirements.

Our focus is on ensuring there is sufficient evidence about the programmes and services we fund for us to be confident they will work. We are confident the Community Investment Strategy will enable us to achieve this.

Ngā mihi,

Bryan Wilson
Associate Deputy Chief Executive
Community Investment

In this September 2016 issue:

	Message from Bryan Wilson - Community Investment
	Community Investment Strategy Update 2016
	Investing in Children Programme: Transformational change
	International Leadership Award recipients announced
	Recognising KickStart Breakfast’s unsung heroes
	New Director for Hamilton Children’s Team

Emcare Update Sep 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:36:30 GMT

Emcare Update I New Building - Better Facilities!

We have moved to a commercial premises in Albany, and are building a simulation centre so that we can provide relevant scenarios for you. Our dental chair is in place, and so is the GP examination table.

From the end of this week, a majority of our Auckland courses will be held at our office in Albany. We are keeping one course a month at Auckland City Hospital for those that would prefer to have a course there.

Feel free to drop in an say hi if you are in Albany. Our address is 235D Bush Road.

We believe that a number of you have been contacted by your governing bodies, stating that you must sit one of the new New Zealand Resuscitation Council courses.

At this point in time, the new manual has been released, but no other resources or information about the courses have been released.

We are continuing to run courses as per the current New Zealand Resuscitation Council guidelines until we are able to run the new courses.

The certificate that you receive upon successful completion of your course will be recognised by your governing body. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available.

We have been busy providing courses throughout New Zealand, and would be happy to discuss running a course at your place of work. Give us a call or contact us via the Emcare website to arrange this.

Stay dry, warm and safe
The team at Emcare
Saving Lives Made Simple

Auckland Communities Foundation

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:30:34 GMT

Nau mai, Haere mai, Welcome

Hello everyone. It is great to be writing my first newsletter as the CEO of Auckland Communities Foundation. I’ve had a month working with the small but fabulous team here and have been getting out to meet donors and community stakeholders. A busy time!

I’m passionate about the act of giving – how rewarding it is and how powerful it can be for all involved. I know there are many Aucklanders who want to give, but don’t have the time to feel they can make a real impact.

We are a time poor society and you need to invest time to understand the charitable sector, find out where your precious dollars can have an impact and how best to contribute.

That’s where the Auckland Communities Foundation can help. It’s our job to understand the rich and varied community sector in Auckland and assist you to achieve your giving goals. We’re unique in having this perspective and offering this service to Aucklanders -without having a profit motive ourselves.

We want to see Auckland’s communities profit and we share this desire with the many people who have left a bequest for us or set up a foundation within our structure. If we can help you with your giving, please get in touch.

Dellwyn Stuart
Chief Executive Officer

FASD Update Sept 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:25:16 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

Just when we think people are too busy …

FASD Awareness Day Poster

Attached is a FASDAY 2016 poster, the work of a Year 13 student from Lynfield College in Auckland who chose FASD Awareness resources for her level 3 NCEA Design & Visual Communication Subject. Please feel free to print, save and share (oh, and it will have 2017 on it for next year). We think she has done a fine job and wish her well for the future!

FASD Awareness Day NDHB Special Edition

Attached is a Special Edition of Alcohol and Other Drugs Update compiled especially for FASDAY by Dave Hookway from Northland DHB. It is wonderful to see our growing collective efforts to raise awareness and support for FASD prevention and intervention gathered together in one place! Isn’t it amazing what happens with very little when good people get together! Thank you for compiling and enabling others to share this useful resource Dave.

FASD Awareness Day ads on i-heart radio

A series of radio ads promoting the no alcohol when pregnant message will feature on i-Heart Radio over the coming two weeks. Thanks again to the generosity of Northland DHB, the nation gets to hear this!

Hawkes Bay Collaboration for FASDAY

Details of FASDAY activities in the wonderful Hawkes Bay have appeared on Scoop

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1609/S00023/fetal-alcohol-a-life-sentence.htm

Bay of Plenty TV Ad

Janet and friends from Tauranga got together to produce an advert which aired in many regions last year. Efforts to do that again are continuing. You can watch the advert on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ16ubMrLIg Janet wishes to remind people - Please note no babies were harmed in the making of this ad)!!

FASD Policy and Research Forum

Don’t forget to join in the discussion about the Government’s FASD Action Plan and FASD research @ this year’s FASDAY Policy and Research Forum in Association with the University of Auckland School of Population Health. It’s FREE and NO Need to RSVP.

When: 9am- 12.00pm Friday 9^th September.

Where: Building 721: Room 201 University of Auckland Tamaki Campus. Details @ www.fan.org.nz

YCAP Newsletter - Sep 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:13:46 GMT

Kia ora koutou and welcome to theSeptember edition of the YCAP newsletter.

This month, Canada’s Minister of Justice and Attorney General, the Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, visited New Zealand. She is the first indigenous person in Canada’s history to hold this position. The purpose of her visit was to gain insights into our justice system.

Hon Wilson-Raybould was particularly interested in New Zealand’s approach to youth justice. This provided a great opportunity for us to share with her all the great work that is happening in communities across the country under YCAP, in particular the work of Youth Offending Teams.

As noted in the August newsletter, YCAP events have been held in Kaitaia, Whangarei, Auckland, and Rotorua. In this newsletter, we share with you a snippet of the Rotorua and Auckland events.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions about this newsletter, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through the YCAP ideas email address YCAPideas@justice.govt.nz

In this edition...

Auckland YCAP event
New Principal Youth Court Judge announced
Rangatahi and Pasifika Courts: Through the eyes of participants
Emerging trends in neuroscience: Implications for youth justice
Kainga Ora: A new Place-Based Initiative for Northland
Launch of Taking Action on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
New professional association for youth workers
Reducing crime through skateboarding

MYD: YES programme

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 23:48:19 GMT

Youth in Emergency Services

Youth in Emergency Services is a national programme run collaboratively with the Ministry of Youth Development and the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

On this page:

About the Youth in Emergency Services programme

How does the Youth in Emergency Services programme work?

How to apply?

Experience from the Youth in Emergency Services programme participants

Youth in Emergency Services programme - Real Story

About the Youth in Emergency Services programme

The Youth in Emergency Services programme provides a great opportunity to build the knowledge and skills of our young people to contribute to both emergency preparedness and response in New Zealand. These experiences will pay dividends both for the individuals involved and our wider communities.

The programme is designed to grow and strengthen young people’s connection to their community by encouraging them to engage with a range of emergency services.

Volunteer emergency services run the Youth in Emergency Services programme as an inspiration orientation for young people to volunteer in their community.

In June 2016, the Minister for Youth announced funding totalling $100,000 to support the continuation of the Youth in Emergency Services programme in 2016/2017.

To read more ........

MOH: Game Therapy for students - SPARX

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 23:45:38 GMT

Game therapy for

students

Funded by the Ministry of Health, SPARX is therapy in an online game format and aims to help young people struggling with difficult emotions.

Are your students struggling with their feelings or just in a bad mood that never ends?

SPARX can help! SPARX is a clinically tested, evidence-based online game targeted at 12 to 19-year-olds (but can be of interest to younger students also) and is designed to help them feel better.

They can go online, play the game for free and learn skills that they can use in everyday life so that they start to feel better.

SPARX is therapy in a game format designed to help teens who are down, depressed or stressed. Feedback from alternative education students said it also helped with feelings of anger.

Researched and designed by the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Auckland, SPARX was then funded by the Ministry of Health as part of the Prime Minister’s Youth Mental Health Project.

SPARX uses CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) to help young people change how they think about things and how they behave which leads to improvements in how they feel. The SPARX Guide acts as a virtual therapist, relating skills learnt in the game to real life.

Free SPARX resources, including posters and slides can be obtained by emailing Angela ata.chong@auckland.ac.nz.

Test out SPARX yourself – www.sparx.org.nz – or learn more through the training module www.goodfellowunit.org/courses/e-therapy-youth-depression.

To read more ....

MOH: Commissioning Framework for Mental Health & Addiction

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 23:39:50 GMT

Commissioning framework for

mental health and addiction

Published online:

30 August 2016

Summary

The Commissioning Framework is part of an outcome-focused approach. This framework, along with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Outcome Framework, provides national guidance to enable us to measure outcomes that make a real difference for people.

This Commissioning Framework describes a consistent approach to commissioning responses across New Zealand, using the relevant information to purchase the responses to best meet the needs of the local population. It describes the components that are critical to successfully commissioning and the process that will be used by those responsible for commissioning mental health and addiction care. This includes planners, funders, contract managers, boards, groups, agencies and/or those in designated commissioning roles.

It describes a consistent approach to commissioning responses across New Zealand, using the relevant information to purchase the responses to meet the needs of the local population.

The implementation of this Framework requires a fundamental shift to an increased focus on measurable outcomes as part of measuring results. Robust measures will need to be adopted that can capture the three parts of the Triple Aim: improved quality, safety and experience of care; improved health and equity for all populations; and best value for public health system resources. Current resources will need to be used differently and reinvested into improving outcomes for people with mental health and addiction issues.

To read more ......

Community Investment Update Investing together for stronger communities

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 23:24:54 GMT

Community Investment Update

Investing together for stronger communities

In this August 2016 issue:

Message from Bryan Wilson - Community Investment

New children’s agency established

From Budget Services to Building Financial Capability

Family Start expansion

Child, Youth and Family changes now in effect

Change in delivery method for contract remittance advice notices

Increasing quality youth development opportunities at the heart of new MYD focus

New Family Services Directory feature for regional provider data

Children’s Action Plan

It’s not OK resources mobilise communities

Inspirational waiata promote positive change

Pacific leaders share solutions to prevent family violence

FASD Update Aug 30 2016

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 23:12:42 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

First ever FASD econometric study for NZ

Following closely on the heels of the Government FASD Action Plan, is a paper published in the New Zealand Medical Journal, revealing some of the hidden economic implications of FASD. Authored by Dr Brian Easton and colleagues, the paper ‘Productivity Losses Associated with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in New Zealand’, estimate that FASD occurring in one in every one hundred live births would result in losses to New Zealand’s market productivity of between $49 million and $200 million each year. Read the full paper which is open access online [https://www.nzma.org.nz/journal/read-the-journal/all-issues/2010-2019/2016/vol-129-no-1440/6974 ]

For some media coverage go to http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/311391/foetal-alcohol-disorders-affecting-24,000-nz-workers

FASD Action Plan Submissions

A Ministry of Health Analysis of Submission made on Taking Action on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder’ is now available to view online. http://www.health.govt.nz/system/files/documents/publications/taking-action-fasd-analysis-of-submissions-aug16.pdf

Listen to Anita Gibbs speaking about the FASD Action Plan on Dunedin TV

http://www.dunedintv.co.nz/interview/nightly-interview-anita-gibbs

09.09 FASDAY ACTION!!!

Have your say on FASDAY!

Come and join in the discussion this FASD Awareness Day Policy and Research Forum @ the University of Auckland Tamaki Campus Friday 9^th September 9.00am-12.00pm (Bldg 721; Room 201). You will have an opportunity to hear first-hand from Dr Easton speaking about his published article on FASD and lost productivity and Catherine McCullough from the Ministry of Health speaking about the Government FASD Acton plans for the next 3 years. It’s FREE and NO Need to RSVP. Details @ www.fan.org.nz.

Other activities to mark FASDAY

Thanks to WCTU we have some Promotional Band Aid dispensers to give away with the message “NO Band Aid for FASD. For your baby’s sake – NO alcohol when pregnant.’ If you would like some to hand out on FASDAY please email me christine@ahw.co.nz with name and postal address.

Dunedin Cathedral bells ring out on FASDAY

AT 9.09am on Friday 9^th September, St Pauls Cathedral in the centre of Dunedin will ring its bells to mark the significance of the FASD Awareness Day message. Since it began in 1999, FASDAY has included bells ringing around the world. New Zealand has a proud tradition of marking the day in this way. For details contact Jenny Salmon jvsalmon@ihug.co.nz.

FASD Awareness Day PLEDGE

Let’s join our friends in Australia with a pledge to not drink any alcohol on FASD Awareness Day! Get two friends to join you, and they tell two friends who tell two friends and pretty soon ….?!!

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Symposium "Adolescence - A window of opportunity"

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 09:27:15 GMT

Please join us for a special day of celebration as the Otago Youth Wellness Trust marks 20 years of service to our community with a symposium “ Adolescence- A window of opportunity”.

Our speakers are respected local and national leaders known for their contribution to the wellbeing of young people in Aotearoa-New Zealand.

We look forward to seeing you on the 1^st September.

Nga mihi nui

Otago Youth Wellness Trust

Disability Connect - Work & Income Support Seminars

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 09:13:54 GMT

Disability Connect are delighted to announce another round of Work and Income Supports related to Disability seminars. Please click here to see the flier. To book please contact us on 09 636 0351 or admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz. Please provide a phone number and email address when booking.

Work & Income Support Seminar

For individuals and families raising a child with a disability

This seminar is hosted by Disability Connect and will be presented by Vaughan Dodd and colleagues (Work and Income Disability Advisors).

This seminar is free to family members and will clearly explain the types of Work and Income supports which individuals may be eligible for if living with a disability or raising a child with a disability. Eligibility criteria will be explained – also whether particular supports are means tested or not, and income thresholds if they are.

The main Work and Income supports being discussed are:

Supported Living Payment
Accommodation Supplement
Child Disability Allowance
Disability Allowance
Supported Living Payment – Care of Sick and Infirm

As Work and Income Disability Advisors these presenters cannot participate in personal discussions regarding individual’s circumstances – Disability Advisors liaise directly with frontline Work and Income staff. Their presentation will be broad and informational. Any questions or individual issues can be addressed to Disability Connect staff and we will endeavour to have your questions answered.

Tea/coffee and biscuits will be available from 30 minutes prior to the start of the seminar.

East Auckland - SPACES STILL AVAILABLE BOOK NOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE!!!!
Wednesday 10^th August 7-9pm
Highland Park Community House, 47 Aviemore Drive, Highland Park

West Auckland
Tuesday 6^th September 7-9pm
MPHS Hub West, 27 Corban Avenue, Henderson

South Auckland
Thursday 22^nd September 7-9pm
Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Road, Manurewa

Central Auckland
Tuesday 25^th October 12-2pm
Disability Connect premises, 3b Olive Road, Penrose

Central Auckland
Wednesday 9^th June 7-9pm
Disability Connect premises, 3b Olive Road, Penrose

North Auckland
Tuesday 22^nd November 7-9pm
Yes Disability Resource Centre, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany

Disability Connect now charges $20 including GST for each professional attending (working in the disability sector) attending our seminars. This can be paid by cash, cheque (made out to our full organisation name Parent and Family Resource Centre Inc.) or direct debit. We do not accept credit card or Eftpos payments. We are happy to send an invoice at time of booking of a professional and payment is required prior to attendance. Refunds will only be given if you cancel and this must be made at least 24 hours prior to the seminar. Please phone to cancel.

There is no charge for parents or family members attending

RSVP is essential: 09 636 0351 or admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

Disability Connect E-Bulletin Aug 2016

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 09:02:41 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 22^nd August 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Auckland Disability Law - Law on the Shore - ADL's new legal education series coming to the North Shore Events Centre
Disability Connect - Cultural Support Groups - Chinese Families Autism Support Groups and Indian and South Asian Families Support Group
Fun Day Out for our Special Children - Access for All - Sunday 4^th September, 11am-3pm, North Shore Events Centre
Disability Connect Seminars for September/October - Education Legal Issues, Individualised Funding, Living Options, Planning for Adulthood (legal mechanisms for individuals with a disability), Transition out of school and Work and Income Supports in Disability
World Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day - Friday 9^th September and launch of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder Action Plan
Mapura Studios - "So Much There Is" - exciting and innovative exhibition opening on Wednesday 24^th August from 5.30-7.30pm, Studio One Toi Tu, 1 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby
Mind and Hearts - Master Class - Children and adolescents with ASD - Prsented by Tony Attwood and Dr Michelle Garnett, 15^th and 16^th September
InterACT 2016 - Time to get involved! Expressions of interest are being sought for involvement in InterACT 2016, which runs from 19-20^th October at Corban Estate Arts Centre, Henderson
Please like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for many articles, updates and things happening in the communit
Our e-bulletin includes links to a variety of so many different interesting websites and articles about a wide range of disability issues.

e-bulletin 22 August 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 5^th September 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

Medscape Nurses

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:59:14 GMT

SPECIALTY TOPICS

Werry Centre E-Bulletin August 2016

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:12:37 GMT

Just as I think winter rain and cold will never end, the first magnolias appear to buoy the spirits and act as a harbinger of warmer brighter days. This year there has been plenty to think about with reports of the enormity of child poverty and unprecedented homelessness in New Zealand. So I have been pleased to witness some of the activity happening as part of the massive transformation project resulting from the‘Investing in New Zealand’s Children and their Families’ EAP report. This ambitious report has 81 recommendations for a child centred system for a new core agency replacing the existing Child, Youth and Family agency. The work aims to create a system which recognises trauma and provides early intervention. The report reflects the voices and experiences of young people who have been in care, families and care givers – which gives it resonance.

The Werry Centre is pleased to be organising a Training Day in Wellington on 17 November which has a focus on trauma. The day will include half day training in trauma assessment and screening from the Orygen team from Melbourne. More information will be posted as the agenda is finalised. We and our Supporting Parents Healthy Children Workforce Centre colleagues are able to offer 2 day training in Single Session Consultation from by the Bouverie Centre in Christchurch 14/15 November and Auckland 17/18 November – more information to follow on our website and in the SPHC September newsletter.

I am pleased to be able to represent the Werry Centre at two upcoming Mental Health, Fit for the Future: co-development workshops, being held by the Ministry of Health, looking at system wide solutions to increased pressure on mental health services. The process is particularly aimed at ways to support primary and community care managing those with mild to moderate needs. I am interested in your thoughts about what the issues are, as well as the solutions, for the Infant, Child and Youth mental health and addiction sectors.

Welcome to Spring,

Sue

Sue Dashfield
General Manager

New 'Ministry for Vulnerable Children' boss to lead culture change, Tolley says

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:08:40 GMT

Soon to be Minister for Vulnerable Children Anne Tolley discusses the new Ministry for Vulnerable Children which will be set up from April next year.

Soon-to-be Minister for Vulnerable Children Anne Tolley admits the chief executive of the Government's new ministry will have a difficult task, but says the former aged-care boss has what it takes - because she has kids.

Grainne Moss has been appointed chief executive to start next month at the new agency 'Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki'. It will begin operating by April 2017.

At the Vulnerable Children's Hub in Auckland, current Social Development Minister Anne Tolley said she had faith Moss could do the job, addressing opposition criticism she had little experience with children.

FASD Breaking News

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:06:47 GMT

Kia ora tātou

IT’S HERE! New Zealand now has its own FASD Action Plan, launched last night by Hon Peter Dunne. It also comes with a budget of $12 miilion to support it over the first 3 years of implementation. Click here to view the Plan or Read Peter Dunne’s launch speech.

Claire Gyde, Chairperson of FASD-CAN spoke about the Plan from a family’s perspective in an 8.40am interview for RNZ Morning Report.

It is exciting to see the much needed ‘Whole of Government Approach’ has begun to take shape. Thanks to you all for keeping the faith and keeping it real on the front lines to get us this far and to the Ministries and Government who responded to the call! There is a lot of hard work ahead where goodwill and collaboration will be needed more than ever. Bring it on J!!

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But wait there’s more…!

As part of its Te Kete Purangi Inclusive Education Guide for Schools, the Ministry of Education yesterday also launched online its much anticipated Guide Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Strategies to Support Student http://inclusive.tki.org.nz/

This is such an important step forward. Congratulations for a job well done to all involved!

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PLUS PLUS PLUS…! Im pleased to tell you the FASD: Moving Forward Workshop with Jacqueline Pei and Tracy Mastrangelo from Alberta Canada, can now be viewed online. The content is in 3 parts corresponding to the topics covered.

To access click either, PART ONE PART TWO or PART THREE and login using the password FASDFKNZ. Please note at this point the link will not be accessible via websites so you may wish to save them.

Thanks to Fostering Kids for arranging the filming and online links, the HPA for the funding grant and our wonderful, informative and entertaining Canadian guests Tracy and Jacquie.

To access other excellent online resources from our guest speakers visit http://www.engagingalllearners.ca/il/supporting-students-with-fasd/ and https://wrapschools.ca/professionals-without-parachutes/printable-toolkit/

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

FASD Update August 2016

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:59:46 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

FASD Action Plan for Aotearoa

After much hard work and deliberation, the Government’s ‘Taking Action on FASD: An Action Plan 2016-2019’ has been signed off and is about to be released. The Ministry of Health led the cross-ministry action plan through the consultation and development phase and the plan will be launched @ Parliament Buildings Wellington on Tuesday 16^th August by the Associate Minister of Health Hon Peter Dunne.

World FASD Awareness Day on Friday 9^th September

Aotearoa has been privileged to be the first country to mark each FASDAY since inception in 1999 @ 9.09 as it makes its way across the different time zones. The symbolism of the ‘9s’ is to recognise the 9 month of pregnancy in which to grow a healthy baby and to advocate for those with FASD – which needs EVERYBODY’s support!

You can download ideas for FASDAY events from www.fasworld.com or http://www.come-over.to/FASDAY/ABCDEFG/

FASD Awareness Day 2016 in Aotearoa

FASD Policy and Research Forum for FASDAY

It is a pleasure to invite you to participate in the 2016 FASD Policy and Research Forum to be held on Friday 9^th September hosted in association with the University of Auckland School of Population Health.

Hawkes Bay marks FASDAY

FASD Awareness will be a prominent feature in the foyer of Hastings Hospital from Mon 5th - 9th Sept. People will gather on Friday 9^th from 9.00am to acknowledge the moment of reflection @ 9.09am and to hear from former Children’s Commissioner and Paediatrician Dr Russell Wills and caregivers speak about FASD.

Alcoholwise Hurunui

At a Brainwave Trust presentation on the 7th September hosted by Alcoholwise Hurinui, a group aimed at alcohol and drug harm prevention in their community, Blue Butterfly Pins and FASD resources will be given away to attendees to mark World FASDAY and raise awareness. If you would like to know more, contact Lois Mcgirr l.mcgirr@xtra.co.nz

Help for FASD-CAN is help for families

FASD-CAN Inc was established to unite and provide hope for families living with FASD in Aotearoa. Membership is open to professionals with an interest in improving outcomes for FASD. You can support FASD Awareness Day by becoming a member for $30.00 per year, making a donation or offering to be part of local activities in your community. For more information visit the website for details www.fasd-can.org.nz or contact the FASD-CAN secretary Lee Tempest enquiries@fasd-can.org.nz

Do you have a FASDAY event you would like others to know about? Email fannz@ahw.org.nz

Australian FASD Diagnostic Guidelines

Australia launched its much anticipated FASD Diagnostic instrument in May 2016 http://alcoholpregnancy.telethonkids.org.au/australian-fasd-diagnostic-instrument/. The Australian guidelines accord with the Canadian revised guidelines that New Zealand FASD clinical teams have accepted as best practice. Having three Commonwealth countries applying the same assessment process bodes well for accuracy and consistency of FASD diagnosis and outcome.

FASD professional development workshop for Otago/Southland

Another ‘FASD-Informed Practice’ professionals development workshop’ is planned for Dunedin on Nov 3 in association with Mirror Service. The link to the panui can be found on www.fan.org.nz homepage or contact mirroradmin@mirrorservices.org.nz for further details or to register.

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Ready by 21 - The Forum for Youth Investment

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:57:20 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

In This Issue:

Evidence-Based Policy

| Positive Youth Development

| Program Quality

YCAP Newsletter July 2016

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:51:32 GMT

Kia ora koutou and welcome to the July edition of the YCAP newsletter.

This month a group of us from the Ministries of Justice, Education and Social Development ventured south from Wellington to meet with people from Ashburton and Christchurch Youth Offending Teams.

There is some great work going on in both places. Ashburton has an advanced draft action plan in place, setting out tangible, realistic, and relevant goals for their community. We also heard about an exciting event they’ve run – you can find out more information below.

Christchurch has finished most of the actions they had in last year’s plan and we had a successful session to start drafting this year’s plan. Thanks for welcoming us down and ka pai!

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions about this newsletter, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Opportunities for Youth - Get Qualified by Christmas [MIT]

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:44:28 GMT

Manukau Institute Technology (Auckland) Courses for young people

Open for September 2016

Faces of Innocents

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT

Some of the members of a CYF Youth Panel, which advised Social Development Minister Anne Tolley, talk about the care they needed, but often didn't get from CYF. Stuff spoke with Karlee Symonds, Monique Goodhew, Shine Thompson, Tupua Urlich and Zak Quor for the Faces of Innocents project.

They've suffered at the hands of their families, and the state. But the experiences of a group of former "CYF Kids" are helping shape a new system. Stacey Kirk met them for the Faces of Innocents project.

Read more

Ready News

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:46:34 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

In This Issue: Boys & Men of Color |

Quality | Child Well-Being

| Adolescent Health

Read more

Emcare - Saving Lives Made Simple

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:43:20 GMT

Emcare July Update I Why do a CPR course?

When delivering our courses, we hear from Health Professionals who have done a number of CPR courses over the years, and who feel forced to attend a course. No matter how many courses you do, you can never be too prepared for an emergency - and these often occur outside of your workplace.

This link will take you to a video that screened on Seven Sharp recently http://tvnz.co.nz/seven-sharp/dad-s-life-saving-cpr-after-finding-toddler-face-down-in-pond-video-6478885

It features a father who had to perform CPR on his daughter after finding her face down in a pond. Not something any of us would want to deal with, however this highlights that perhaps CPR should be viewed as a life skill, rather than something compulsory.

Online Tests.

Online testing
Many thanks to those of you who have taken time to do the online tests and send us feedback about them. They have been a work in progress, and we have managed to incorporate most of your suggestions into them. Why not give them a go if you have some downtime? They can be accessed at http://www.emcare.co.nz/resources/course-resources

Tip of the month
This months top tip is from Philippe Gianni - a dentist at Lumino Ponsonby in Auckland. We give out algorithms on courses, and if you are not sure where to keep them, simply use Philippes' tip - attach them to the back of pictures that you have in your surgery/practice. They are out of sight when not needed, and if you do need them simply turn the picture over!

Stay dry, warm and safe
The team at Emcare - Saving Lives Made Simple

New publication: Guide to Effective and Safe Practice in Youth Mentoring, Aotearoa New Zealand, 2nd Edition

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:40:15 GMT

Click below to view Youth Mentoring Publication

http://www.youthmentoring.org.nz/research/publications.cfm

College of Child and Youth Nurses conference in Tauranga

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:36:33 GMT

The College of Child and Youth Nurse of NZ is having a one day conference in Tauranga, the day before the Paediatric Society ASM. Please open here for details.

Abstracts are open for submission until July 31st 2016

Auckland Communities Foundation July Newsletter

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:30:38 GMT

Auckland Communities Foundation set to build on recent growth

A leadership change at Auckland Communities Foundation (ACF) paves the way for its continued growth as the premier donor service provider for private philanthropy in Auckland. Whilst the Board of ACF is sorry to lose outgoing CEO Hilary Sumpter, it is condfident that newly appointed Chief Executive, Dellwyn Stuart, will quickly build on the progress the organisation has made.

Dellwyn joins ACF on 1 August 2016, replacing Hilary who has led the foundation through a period of significant growth during the last three years. The new CEO has a thirty-year career spanning corporate and private business roles, the NFP sector and revitalising and leading a major grant-making foundation. Her most recent experience includes trustee roles for Philanthropy New Zealand, the Project Crimson Trust and Cure Kids, Executive Directorship with the Stevenson Foundation, and a year as Interim CEO at Cure Kids.

In appointing Dellwyn, the Board of ACF recognised her combination of leadership experience and expertise in bringing people and resources together to solve issues that affect the lives of others. Board Chairman Geoff Clews said that,

“Dellwyn will bring to the role very strong commercial and strategic skills, together with a high regard for authenticity, transparency and collaboration. She thrives on a fast pace and believes a strong community with shared goals are at the heart of success. She will build that both within the organisation and amongst our community of donors. The Board is really enthusiastic at her appointment and can’t wait to begin working with her.”

The appointment of a new CEO follows other positive changes at ACF, which increase its capacity and capability in the Auckland philanthropic sector. A new Philanthropy Services Manager, Lettie Bright has joined the team, having worked for nearly seven years in the relationships team at Oxfam New Zealand. Prior to that she worked at the Auckland University Business School whilst also studying.

Dellwyn Stuart and Lettie Bright join ACF at a period of immense growth. ACF has trebled in size over the past three years, with a focus on working with generous Aucklanders who, as donors, are keen to make a difference in their communities. Clews observed,

“Both Dellwyn and Lettie are a great fit for ACF. Our management team are looking forward to working with them to build on the growth of the past three years.”

On a personal note, outgoing CEO Hilary Sumpter said,

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at ACF and I’ve met some amazing people; especially our donors who care so much about Auckland, and allow us the privilege of helping them with their giving. One of the richest parts of my role has been introducing donors to charities that are really making a difference. Then I get to call the charity back and let them know they’re going to be given a donation by one of our donors – it’s a truly gratifying moment. That’s something that I am sure ACF’s new CEO will find equally gratifying. The Foundation is still maturing and it will be exciting to see it develop in the years to come, and have an increasing impact in the community.”

Dellwyn and the ACF team is supported by a board that cares deeply about Auckland and the communities foundation model. Chairman Geoff Clews said,

“Recent additions to the board are Pete Elderkin, Suneil Connor and Amokura Panoho. Pete is a General Manager/Chief Financial Officer with prior roles at Department of Conservation, NZ Football and MOTAT. Suneil is a senior manager at KPMG and specialises in rapidly growing businesses and Amokura comes from a background in Māori economic development with leadership roles for the Department of Labour and Auckland Council. They are already contributing greatly to ACF’s work.”

With these changes Auckland Communities Foundation is set to continue to make a lasting and positive contribution to the growth of private philanthropy in Auckland and will continue to champion long-term, sustainable progress in the key areas challenging our city.

1 day professional development workshop in Auckland: language, communication and vulnerable children/youth: 19 August

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:20:44 GMT

Kia ora koutou

We are accepting bookings for the next Talking Trouble Aotearoa NZ workshops for professionals who work with vulnerable children/youth. The aim of these is to equip professionals with knowledge and practical skills to identify and assist those children and youth who may be experiencing difficulties expressing themselves or fully following what is being said to them.

The general 1 day workshop will run on Friday, 19 August 2016 in Auckland and will be repeated on Friday, 21 October 2016.

An additional 'extension' workshop for people who have already done the general 1 day one will be run on 4 November 2016 and will focus more specifically on strategies and tools for youth justice and care and protection contexts.

Information on the flyer. Feel free to share!

There is a free place kindly sponsored by The Braveheart Trust available at the August workshop for someone who works with young people involved with the Courts. First come, first served for that one.

To book or for queries about any of the work (speech-language therapy, court-appointed Communication Assistant roles and professional training and research) we do please email us at talkingtroublenz@gmail.com

Please let us know if you would like us to stop sending any emails to you about our events.

Kind regards

Sally Kedge

What Works: Going digital to deliver wellbeing services to young people? Insights from e-tools supporting youth mental health and parenting

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:14:55 GMT

What Works: Going digital to deliver wellbeing services to young people? Insights from e-tools supporting youth mental health and parenting

From online programmes to serious games, video teleconferencing and text counselling, digital platforms lend themselves to providing preventative and self-managed care options. Commonly cited benefits include consumer empowerment, scalability, possible efficiency gains, reduced burden and social cost, standardisation of programmes and access to usage data.

But how confident are we that such initiatives actually work?

The publication draws out high-level findings on the most established types of digital tools for delivering wellbeing support, then digs deeper to learn about good practices from particular cases.

It looks at:

· intended users

· questions of safety and support

· design forms and processes

· challenges in implementation, uptake, and quality assurance.

We conclude there is a lot of potential for going digital in delivering services, if done the right way.

Last update: 5 Jul 2016

Court in the Act - Issue 73

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:09:15 GMT

Tēnā koe

Please find Issue 73 of Court in the Act.

We value your contributions. If you would like to contribute to Court in the Act, please send all submissions to courtintheact@justice.govt.nz.

Ngā manaakitanga

The Office of the Principal Youth Court Judge

Te Tari o te Kaiwhakawā Matua o te Kōti Taiohi

NZNO Nursing Pulse

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 11:05:48 GMT

Here’s your July edition of the Nursing Pulse.

Disability Connect - E-Bulletin July 2016

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:38:42 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 4^th July 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

An information sheet on school holiday programmes
Autism NZ Conference 19/20 August - Shed 6, Wellington waterfront
Disability Connect AGM - Wednesday 17^th August, 6pm at Disability Connect, 3b Olive Road, Penrose- all welcome
Makaton Beginners workshop in July
Free Transition Expo 'the progression from school to community life' 2^nd August 9am - 2pm
International Asian and Ethnic Minority Health and Wellbeing Conference 2016 - Call for abstracts
Transition seminars - learn all about the process involved for a student with a disability leaving school, multiple dates, first seminar 5^th July evening at Mt Richmond School - spaces left
Autism Talent Gala -31^st July
Counties Manukau Special Needs Support Group - PACT, 311 Great South Road, Papatoetoe - 5^th July - Disability Connect staff are speaking there
Colleen Brown's disability blog - Out of Sight, Out of Mind
Auckland City Council needs volunteers for photo shoot
Please like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for many articles, updates and things happening in the community
Our e-bulletin includes links to a variety of interesting websites and articles about a wide range of disability issues.

e-bulletin 4 July 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 18^th July 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

Disability Connect - E-Bulletin

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:34:22 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 18^th July 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Free Transition Expo 2^nd August 9am-2pm - "The progression from school to community life" - Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, Mt Eden. No registration needed, just turn up on the day
Child's Play OT - Sensory Integration for children and adults - they also see children that have Autism, Dyspraxia, Asperger's, Cerebral Palsy and more. See information on their Development Screening test, Social Skills program, School Readiness program and Anxiety program.
August Disability Connect Seminars - Education Legal, Transition from school, Work and Income Supports in Disability, Planning for Adulthood and Living Options
Autism Spectrum Disorder Workshop, Wellington, 18^th August, 8.30am-4pm. FREE to attend, Registration is essential.
Auckland Down Syndrome Association "Success in school-course", August 1^st and 8^th, Waipuna Hotel
Manawanui in Charge workshops on Citizenship with Simon Duffy and Michael Kendrick, November 15^th and 18^th
Dance Therapy NZ Parents Workshop "Attuning to your child" 18^th August 6.30-9pm
Foetal Anti-Convulsant Syndrome NZ (FACS NZ) presentation - Foetal Anti-Convulsant Syndrome "What is it?"
Anxiety New Zealand are now offering services in Mandarin
Glowkids are launching a Sensory Kindy
Please like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for many articles, updates and things happening in the community
Our e-bulletin includes links to a variety of interesting websites and articles about a wide range of disability issues.

e-bulletin 18 July 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 8^th August 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

PD Seminars - Term 3

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 09:21:08 GMT

Coming Up in Term 3...

Welcome back to another term! We hope you are keeping warm and well during the winter months. We have some great seminars lined up over the next few months, including a day presented by Lucy Hone who featured recently on the TVNZ Sunday programme. You can see the full story here. We are also running another seminar on working with suicidal youth presented by Francis Jamieson. This was an extremely popular seminar last year and we are thrilled to be able to run it again.

Details on these seminars are below or click here to see all our available seminars.

The Lancet Youth. Our Future: A Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health & Wellbeing

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 05:27:24 GMT

View the Lancet Youth Website

Recent Articles:

Events
Global Youth Forum 2016
The health and wellbeing of our future lies with adolescents
Resources updated
Washington DC event

SAHM's weekly Adolescent Health News Roundup for June 17-23

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 05:23:22 GMT

SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for June 17-23.

I also wanted to share some important staffing changes at SAHM for the Youth Providers 2.0 initiative.

It has been a pleasure sending out the weekly News Roundup this past year. As the YP2.0 grant comes to an end, I will be transitioning from my position, and the staff at SAHM will be taking over the responsibility of compiling the News Roundups and sending them out in the future. If you have any feedback or items to include, please send them to Justin Dreyfuss atjdreyfuss@adolescenthealth.org.

Thank you to everyone who has helped and will continue to help make the News Roundup a great resource for SAHM members and colleagues.

Top stories this week include: A study finds teen obesity may lead to liver disease later, 2 million young people affected by concussions every year, the Senate rejects four gun-control measures, the AMA recommends later school start times, and a webinar on new research regarding LGBTQ youth and the justice system.

Best,
Monica

In This Issue

SAHM in the News

The Forum for Youth investment - Ready by 21

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 05:19:38 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

In This Issue: Policy | SEL |

Quality | Mentoring

Advancing the Collective Impact Movement

Karen Pittman, CEO & Co-Founder, The Forum for Youth Investment

"There's nothing so practical as a good theory." Kurt Lewin (known as one of the modern pioneers of social, organizational, and applied psychology in the U.S.) is right, but his advice takes us only so far.

John Kania and Mark Kramer recently reflected on the state of the collective impact movement, in "Advancing the Practice of Collective Impact". The FSG team gets high marks in my book for being consistently open to adapting their theory to better reflect practice. Five years later, "collective impact" has permeated the waters in ways that FSG couldn't have anticipated or imagined. FSG has wisely opted to monitor but not try to control. But the water level is undeniably higher.

By any name used, those of us committed to sustained community change are now being held to higher standards and expected to demonstrate better skills. In some ways, the fact that FSG's initial theory had serious omissions (as noted by Tom Wolff in a recent critique, "Ten Places Where Collective Impact Gets It Wrong") actually helped galvanize consensus around the importance of not only acknowledging but accelerating community inclusion and a systemic focus on justice and equity. There's still much work to be done, but we are making progress.

Read the Newsletter

OCC - 2nd State of Care report

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 05:08:50 GMT

Commissioner’s statement

This is my Office’s second State of Care report. I am proud that presenting this report will be one of my last acts as Children’s Commissioner before my term ends on 30 June 2016.

The Office of the Children’s Commissioner (OCC) has always monitored and reported on the quality of services Child, Youth and Family (CYF) provides to children and young people, but it is only in the past two years that we have aggregated our findings in a public report like this. It couldn’t be more timely; as we have worked to prepare this and the last State of Care report, the Minister of Social Development has overseen a parallel process of reviewing CYF. In its final report released in April 2016, the Expert Advisory Panel (EAP) recommended a wholesale reform of the care and protection and youth justice systems. I agree with the EAP’s findings and am pleased with the direction of the reforms, which have the potential to significantly improve outcomes for children and young people.

Read the full report

Disability Connect - Upcoming Seminars Jul - Sept 2016

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 05:03:58 GMT

Below are details for upcoming Disability Connect seminars throughout July, August and September 2016. To book please contact us on 09 636 0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz.

EDUCATION LEGAL ISSUES

A presentation by Nan Jensen, Quinlaw. Hosted by Disability Connect

South Auckland
Thursday 4^th August 7-9pm
Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Road, Manurewa

Central Auckland
Tuesday 23^rd August 12-2pm
Disability Connect premises, 3b Olive Road, Penrose

East Auckland
Wednesday 14^th September 7-9pm
Highland Park Community House, 47 Aviemore Drive, Highland Park

Click here for more information and other dates / locations coming up later in the year across Auckland

INDIVIDUALISED FUNDING (IF) INCLUDING RESPITE

A presentation by Lisa Martin from Disability Connect

North Auckland
Wednesday 7^th September 7-9pm
Yes Disability Resource Centre, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany

Click here for more information and other dates / locations coming up later in the year across Auckland

LIVING OPTIONS SEMINARS

Presented by Lisa Martin - Disability Connect

Central Auckland
Tuesday 30^th August 12-2pm
Disability Connect, 3b Olive Road, Penrose

Click here for more information and other dates / locations coming up later in the year across Auckland

PLANNING FOR ADULTHOOD - The Legal Framework around Disability and Disability Rights

A presentation by Nan Jensen, Quinlaw. Hosted by Disability Connect

North Auckland
Tuesday 16^th August 6.30-9.30pm
YES Disability Resource Centre, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany

Click here for more information and other dates / locations coming up later in the year across Auckland

WORK AND INCOME SUPPORT SEMINARS

Presented by Vaughan Dodd, Hosted by Disability Connect

East Auckland
Wednesday 10^th August 7-9pm
Highland Park Community House, 47 Aviemore Drive, Highland Park

West Auckland
Tuesday 6^th September 7-9pm
MPHS Hub West, 27 Corban Avenue, Henderson

South Auckland
Thursday 22^nd September 7-9pm
Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Road, Manurewa

Click here for more information and other dates / locations coming up later in the year across Auckland

CHINESE FAMILIES AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP

Presentation by Lisa Martin from Disability Connect. This presentation is interpreted into Mandarin

East Auckland
Tuesday 26^th July 9.30am-1pm
Social Room, Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga

Includes light lunch. Booking is essential
This month's presentation is on Work and Income Supports available.

Disability Connect now charges $20 including GST for each professional working in the Disability Sector attending our seminars. This can be paid by cash, cheque (made out to our full organisation name Parent and Family Resource Centre Inc.) or direct debit. We do not accept credit card or Eftpos payments. We are happy to send an invoice at time of booking of a professional and payment is required prior to attendance. Refunds will only be given in the event cancellation is made at least 24 hours prior to the seminar. Please phone to cancel.

Tea/coffee and biscuits will be available from 30 minutes prior to the start of the seminar. A resource table will be available with useful print material free of charge.

RSVP is essential: To book please contact Disability Connect on phone (09) 636-0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz. Please provide a phone number and email address when booking.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz
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Vision: Disabled people and their families are able to lead the lives they desire.
Mission: To empower disabled people and their families through leading social change.
Core Value:Respecting and supporting choice.

Disability Connect - Transition Seminar

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 04:43:38 GMT

Disability Connect is pleased to bring you the Transition Seminar in July. This is the first in the series for 2016. We have more coming up later in the year. Please click here to see the flyer for future dates. To book please contact us on 09 636 0351 or admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz. Please provide a phone number and email address when booking.

We also have our Transition Expo on the 2nd August, see our flyer here. There is no booking required to attend this expo.

Disability Connect now charges $20 including GST for each professional working in the disability sector attending our seminars. This can be paid by cash, cheque (made out to our full organisation name Parent and Family Resource Centre Inc.) or direct debit. We do not accept credit card or Eftpos payments. We are happy to send an invoice at time of booking of a professional and payment is required prior to attendance.

TRANSITION SEMINAR

Post schooling options and process for students with a disability

Presented by Lisa Martin, Disability Connect

Central Auckland (Evening)
Tuesday 5^th July 2016 7-9pm
Mt Richmond School, 30 Albion Road, Otahuhu

RSVP is essential: Phone (09) 636-0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz.

Disability Connect offers this free seminar for students with a disability and/or their parents. Topics covered in this informal seminar are:

Ministry of Education Transition Guidelines
The process of ORS funding post school
- What happens to this funding post school?
- What types of vocational or day programmes are available?
- Options for non-ORS funded students
Travel costs to Vocational Programmes
Possible Work & Income supports for families
Broad overview of Ministry of Health Disability Support Services
Needs Assessment & Service Coordination during Transition stage
Brief discussion re proposed MOH New Model and Individualised Funding (including Respite)
What is Welfare Guardianship and what is it used for?
Question and Answer time

An information pack including copy of the presentation will be given to each attendee.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

NZNO - The Nursing Pulse

Sat, 18 Jun 2016 12:09:32 GMT

Here’s the June edition of the Nursing Pulse

SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for June 10-16.

Sat, 18 Jun 2016 12:03:16 GMT

We are pleased to share with you SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for June 10-16.

Top stories this week include: Racial disparities persist even as school suspensions decrease, trauma in childhood linked to drug use in adolescents, teen smoking decreases while e-cigarette use rises, multiple medical professional organizations renew their call for Congress to lift ban on gun research, and the CDC's 2015 National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance survey is released.

In This Issue

SAHM in the News

Adolescent Health in the News

Recent Research

National

International

Recent Publications

New Resources Available

Event Announcements

Upcoming Webinars

Transitional housing for city's youth

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 02:54:57 GMT

Transitional housing for city's youth

A proposed youth hub can't come soon enough for a social agency grappling to keep up with an unprecedented number of clients.

For the last two months, 298 Youth Health Service had been forced to close its books, as hundreds of young people sought its medical and counselling help.

"Every month we close for a review and then we open up again. We try to stay open to the most vulnerable people," said Korowai Youth Well-Being Trust chairperson and director of the 298 Youth Health Service Dr Sue Bagshaw.

SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for May 27 - June 2.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 04:43:14 GMT

We are pleased to share with you SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for May 27 - June 2.

Top stories this week include: Possible hormone found to be linked to teenage obesity, a study of girls' early puberty and breast development tied to depression, teen births decline again, a report on ways to improve healthcare for trans youth, and resources to connect youth to work experiences.

In This Issue

SAHM News: In Memorian

Adolescent Health in the News

Recent Research

National

International

Recent Publications

New Resources Available

Conference Announcements

Call for Presentations, Papers, and Nominations

THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF OUR FUTURE LIES WITH ADOLESCENTS

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 04:38:45 GMT

THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF OUR FUTURE LIES WITH ADOLESCENTS

This post has been written by Georgia Lockwood Estrin, who is not only a Research Fellow for Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN), but a passionate advocate for youth mental health and wellbeing. Georgia, was also a panellist at our London launch on May 10.

The Commission is delighted to see our messages being translated and disseminated by various organisations from around the world. Our media page includes links to articles talking about our work and our report.

INVOLVE 2018: Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa

Thu, 26 May 2016 05:51:54 GMT

Ara Taiohi, peak body for youth development, in partnership with the New Zealand Youth Mentoring Network, The Collaborative Trust for Research and Training in Youth Health and Development, and the Society for Youth Health Professionals of Aotearoa New Zealand are excited to formally announce the beginning of a collaboration that will culminate in Involve 2018. Involve 2018 is an opportunity for people who work with young people to gather together to enhance skills and strengthen connections to promote positive youth development and wider sector development.

These four organisations are formally launching a MOJO (Memorandum of Joint Operations) at a sector leadership event as part of #YouthWeekNZ because Involve 2018 is a conference that will bring together a wide variety of people from across the youth sector including: youth development providers, health services, mentors, government, practitioners, clinicians, researchers, evaluators, policy-makers, educators, medical doctors, youth workers, social workers, young people and more. Involve aims to inspire, inform encourage and challenge these people in their work with young people.

Involve provides an important opportunity to grow the capacity of the youth sector to support young people in New Zealand to develop into thriving, active, connected members of our democracy, our community and our economy.

Involve 2018 will explore Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa in 2018.

The event will be anchored by the whakatauki: Me hoki whakamuri, kia ahu whakamua, kaneke: In order to improve, evolve, and move forward, we must reflect back to what has been.

The four organisations collaborating to make Involve happen are deeply grounded in youth development in Aotearoa. It is our collective intention through the conference to provide people working with young people with:

· the opportunity to connect with others in the youth sector

· the chance to hear from leading researchers, policy-makers and grassroots practitioners

· the chance to hear from leading international experts and

· an opportunity to share their experiences in working with young people; or present new research and information.

Involve 2018 will consist of four streams of programming that provide rich learning opportunities for all people who work with young people. The overarching exploration of positive youth development in Aotearoa in 2018 will be supported by specialist learning focusing on health and wellbeing, mentoring and education, research and evaluation. Involve 2018 will enable people working with young people to connect their work to the work of others’, to inspire each other and be inspired, to be informed, challenged and invigorated by high quality professional development.

This innovative collaboration between four sector based organizations will enhance and empower the expertise each holds to be spread across even more people who work with young people. A better connected sector will ensure better developmental opportunities and outcomes for all young people in Aotearoa. “Young people are stronger if they are connected to each other, their family and whanau, and their community; young people are better supported if the sector is more connected; young people’s needs are better met if the sector and young people are connected to the big picture.” Dame Tariana Turia, opening the last Involve Conference which was held in Auckland 2010.

Conference Objectives

connect the diverse range of people who work with young people
provide training and skill development opportunities to participants
encourage best practice through the sharing of evidence based research and practice

Media Contacts

Anya Satyanand

Ara Taiohi: Peak Body for Youth Development

021612230

Nicki McDonald

New Zealand Youth Mentoring Network

0275202981

Lee-ann O'Brien

RCpN, MHSc (Hons), Dip Nursing

Mobile 0211542369

Email glhjob@clear.net.nz

CMDHB - Latest Youth Health News Feb 2016

Wed, 25 May 2016 00:12:15 GMT

Youth Health Newsletter

Latest Trends in Youth Health and Wellbeing

Vol 17, Issue 1, Feb 2016

tIn this issue:

Teens backing their communities

Mentoring youth in our AEs

Aunty Dee – supporting young people when life sucks!

Storytelling promotes diabetes health literacy

NZ first virtual health service

Promoting healthy depictions of mental health

Getting help: nternet & computer games

Education and training 2016

New in the library

To view in broswer

National Youth Week May 21 -29

Mon, 23 May 2016 22:45:08 GMT

Youth Week aims to:

encourage young people to take on challenges
raise awareness of the positive aspects of being young
empower young people to feel they have the tools and confidence to support each other
support youth participation in community planning

Youth Week 2016 (MYD)

We are excited to announce that the next Youth Week will be held from 21 to 29 May 2016! The 2016 Youth Week theme is: Giving Back is Giving Forward.

Keep up to date with Youth Week 2016 through the Aoteaora Youth Voices and Youth Week Facebook pages below with:

How can you get involved in Youth Week 2016?

There are plenty of ways you can get involved in Youth week!

Here are some tips to get you started:

Attend Youth Week. Contact us to find the Youth Week events near you
Organise an event. Access to resources to promote your event
Get social! Don’t forget to tweet, Facebook and Instagram in May, the official hashtag will be #YouthWeekNZ

We will be posting updates about Youth Week 2016 on this page and on social media shortly.

Improving young people’s health and wellbeing. A framework for public health

Fri, 20 May 2016 00:57:50 GMT

Improving young people’s health and wellbeing.

A framework for public health Jan 2015

A public health approach to promoting young people’s resilience: a guide to resources for policy makers, commissioners, and service planners and providers
This resource from the Association for Young People’s Health (AYPH), funded by Public Health England, and developed with input from the Early Intervention Foundation, provides a new focus on public health approaches to supporting young people’s resilience. It highlights ways that services have successfully worked together, provides links to useful interventions and other resources, and draws on the perspectives of young people about what works well for them.
http://www.chimat.org.uk/resource/view.aspx?RID=283672&src=MH

YCAP Newsletter April 2016

Thu, 19 May 2016 21:56:43 GMT

A monthly newsletter from the Youth Justice Steering Group to keep communities and agencies up to date with the implementation of the Youth Crime Action Plan.

View this email in your browser

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to this bumper May edition of the YCAP newsletter. There is a lot going on in the youth justice space at the moment and we hope you are feeling energised rather than daunted! Many of you are working on drafting new community action plans at the moment - don't forget that you can be in touch at any time if you have queries or need help with anything.

Here's what you will find in the newsletter this month:

Youth in the News.....

Thu, 19 May 2016 21:53:13 GMT

Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman
Minister of Health

16 May 2016
Media Statement
Access to mental health & addiction services

Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says people are getting access to the mental health and addiction services they need.

“It’s important that people can access the mental health and addiction services they need within an appropriate timeframe,” says Dr Coleman.

“Mental health and addiction services across the country are responding to increased demand; a 21 per cent increase over the last five years.

“It’s encouraging to see that youth access to these services has improved, and adult access rates have remained steady despite increasing demand.”

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1605/S00281/access-to-mental-health-addiction-services.htm

National youth forensic mental health unit opens in Porirua

A $15.3 million national youth forensic mental health unit opened at Kenepuru Hospital last month.
http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-post/news/local-papers/kapi-mana-news/79775812/National-youth-forensic-mental-health-unit-opens-in-Porirua

FASD Update May 2016

Mon, 09 May 2016 11:57:11 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

A mixed bag of FASD news and opportunities for you from Aotearoa and beyond!

Aotearoa

Join the Conversation

Until 24^th May, you can help build a new disability strategy for New Zealand. Tell the Government Office for Disability Issues the most important things are for you and your whanau to live a good life. People can join the conversation by attending an event, holding a workshop, recording a video or filling out a survey. The Office of Disability Services will release a draft in August 2016. http://jointheconversation.nz/

‘SAVE THE DATE’ notice for service provider FASD workshop

An FASD Informed Practice workshop is planned for Hamilton on Wed June 22^nd June. This will be of interest to anyone working with vulnerable children and their families and caregivers. A panui with details will follow shortly.

‘SAVE THE DATE’ notice for families living with FASD

A workshop for parents and caregivers of a child adolescent or adult with FASD (with or without a formal diagnosis) will be held in Wellington on Saturday 6^th August. Further details plus a travel scholarship opportunity will shortly be disseminated.

Auckland FASD Caregiver Support Group

Venue: The FASD Centre 2nd Floor, YES Disability, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany, North Shore City, Auckland.

Wednesday 11th May 2016

Wednesday 8th June 2016

Wednesday 13th July 2016

Time: 7-9pm (no cost to attend)

The purpose of the group is to build connections between parents and caregivers by sharing our experiences, learning and expertise of supporting those living with FASD – with our without a formal diagnosis. Madeleine Manning will be in attendance @ the May 2016 meeting to offer any support people might find useful. Madeleine is completing her Counselling Psychology registration through AUT as a placement intern with the FASD Centre Aotearoa. She completed her dissertation on families experiences of diagnosis, support and services - which gave her a good understanding of how FASD presents and some of the challenges faced by families.

For further information please contact: Graham Smith Ph. (09) 426 4458; Mob. (027) 458 8440; Email ggnsmith@gmail.com

Inside Influence

Maori Television this month featured a Native Affairs programme highlighting the story of a Northland mum Talia and her issues with drugs and alcohol during her pregnancies. Mother of 7, Talia discussed how drug and alcohol use was a normal part of everyday life during pregnancy with her first 5 children. Whilst she admits she has not had her children officially assessed for FASD, she says she has no doubts that her children from those pregnancies were definitely affected. Talia has been attending the Tikanga Matua Parenting Programme, facilitated by Dale Johnson and Tania Henderson and run by the Far North REAP. "We discuss openly the effects and harm that alcohol and other drugs have on the developing baby and its brain, and the potential behaviours that tamariki can display”, says Ms Henderson. “It is through these discussions that mums realise that the behaviours their tamariki are as a direct result of their alcohol or substance abuse during pregnancy. For some, even though they knew they shouldn't be drinking or drugging, they did not fully understand the effect their choices would have on their tamariki."

Watch the Native Affairs episode HERE – Talia’s story starts 8 minutes 40 seconds into the feature. (Source: Dave Hookway NDHB)

Medical bodies get behind FASD

The Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists have included recommendations for the prevention and treatment of FASD (chapter 8) in its just released Alcohol Policy. View the pdf document here

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International news

Government announces $10 million for FASD

The Commonweath Government of Australia announced in the 2016/17 Budget an additional $10.5 million over four years to address FASD in high risk remote and rural communities with a focus on prevention. Catch up on FARE’s summary of the Aussie Budget outcomes here

Why do women drink when pregnant

Increased awareness of FASD, has meant a woman's decision to consume alcohol during pregnancy has become highly stigmatized, and as a result, individual circumstances that surround their choice to drink are rarely explored or understood. "This is unfortunate before alcohol use in pregnancy is a highly complex issue, complicated by the fact that many women consume alcohol prior to finding out they are pregnant," says Sue Kobus, a research associate within NeuroDevNet's FASD Research Group. Kobus has produced a new video that addresses stigma through the lens of Colette Philcox, the birth mother of a boy with FASD whose partner coerced her into drinking with him when she was pregnant.

http://www.neurodevnet.ca/news/fasd-stigma-why-do-women-drink-when-pregnant

The Four Letters More Dangerous Than Zika

A current and topical conversation every country should be having! (Source: NTI Upstream Spring 2016 Newsletter http://www.ntiupstream.com).

Europe FASD Conference

The European FASD Alliance is holding their 4th European Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders at the Royal Holloway University in London, England September 12-15, 2016. The conference will consist of a research symposium and an accredited Professional Training Day. Abstracts can be submitted by April 30, 2016.

New FASD Guidelines for USA Juvenile Justice

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges created a guide with input from juvenile and family court judges and experts from around the country to increase judicial awareness and knowledge of FASD, including their implications for court proceedings and case dispositions involving children and families affected by FASD; and, provide guidance on judicial leadership. The ultimate goal of the guide is to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities affected by FASD. [64 page PDF]

Scottish Newborns tested for alcohol exposure

Early results of a mums and newborn babies study conducted by the Princes Royal Maternity Hospital in Glasgow suggest up to 42 per cent of mothers consume some alcohol while pregnant, with around 15 per cent drinking more than one or two small glasses of wine a week. It found evidence of significant alcohol use in 44 per cent of the mothers who had used other substances as well as 23 per cent of a control group who had no addiction history, although the number of participants was small. When completing questionnaires all denied alcohol misuse in pregnancy.

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/14460210.Newborn_babies_tested_for_alcohol_while_in_hospital/

Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Factors Associated with Positive Outcomes and Contact with the Criminal Justice System
Currie et al, Journal of population therapeutics and clinical pharmacology,9 March 2016
Adults with FASD are at increased risk for contact with the criminal justice system (CJS). This study examines the services and supports experienced by a small group of adults with FASD living in rural and urban Ontario, and their contact with the CJS. Early diagnosis of FASD is associated with more positive outcomes including reduced amount of contact with the CJS likely due to the receipt of more supports throughout childhood and better understanding of FASD by family and caregivers.

Noho ora mai

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Disability Connect E-Bulletin May 2016

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:48:29 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 3^rd May 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Results of the Ministry of Health's NZ Health Strategy Survey
Disability Connect Transition Expo 2^nd August 2016 - the progression from school to community life
CLIMB Centre for Learning, Integration and Managing Behaviour provides support for children and teenagers diagnosed with Autism and other spectrum disorders
National Carer Matching Service - NEW! Looking for workers? If you receive Disability Support Services funding you can set up a FREE account with MyCare to find people looking for work in your area
Disability Connect AGM - Wednesday 17^th August, 6pm at Disability Connect, 3b Olive Road, Penrose- all welcome
Numicon - promoting GEDDES software - new version of "Storymaker" - story writing and reading software that promotes language development for those with learning challenges
GlowKids launching a Sensory Kindy - an Auckland based service providing assessment, advice, early childhood education and therapy for children
Playgroup for preschoolers with ASD/Aspergers/ADHD and Siblings, every Wednesday during school term 12.30-2.30pm (BYO lunch) St Columbia Presbyterian Church, Pakuranga. Playgroup and creche area
Self expression Group: The dancing Soul - Saturdays 10.30-11.30am, St Heliers Community Centre Dance and Movement Therapy for kids with special needs
Our e-bulletin includes links to interesting websites and articles about a wide range of disability issues - Open the e-bulletin to read more

e-bulletin 3 May 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 16^th May 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz
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MSD: Community Investment Update - May 2016

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:45:26 GMT

In this May 2016 issue:

	Message from Murray Edridge - Community Investment
	Community Investment Strategy
	Register now for RBA workshops
	Increasing the financial capability of vulnerable New Zealanders
	The workforce restriction and the Core Worker Exemption
	MSD Approvals Update
	Youth development update
	Upcoming youth events
	MyMSD puts clients in the driving seat
	We’ve improved the Work and Income website
	Child care services easier to find in the Family Services Directory
	Positive messages inspire young filmmakers at Māoriland Film Festival
	It’s not OK to say she was asking for it …
	Children’s Action Plan
	Changes to benefits and Childcare Assistance from April 2016

Quick links

Investing in NZ’s Children and Their Families.

- Final Report of the Expert Panel on Modernising Child, Youth and Family, released April 2016

Adult gang members and their children’s contact with MSD service lines

- research to inform the Gang Action Plan to reduce the harms caused by adult gangs in NZ, March 2016

Salvation Army State of the Nation ‘Moving Targets’ Report, Feb 2016

How to amaze your funders with watertight evidence, Feb 2016

- video recording of a Community Research webinar

More effective social services – report of the Productivity Commission, Sept 2015

It’s not Okay website

It’s not Okay on Facebook

It’s not Okay on Twitter

SKIP website

- Strategies with Kids, Information for Parents

Children’s Action Plan website

Family Services Directory

The Family Services Directory is a searchable online database that lists information about family support organisations and the services they offer to support New Zealand families.

Contact us

For any comment, queries or to share your stories and events, please email: Community Investment Update

NZ Resuscitation Council - Major Changes to Courses

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:39:17 GMT

Emcare April Update I NZRC Conference

The New Zealand Resuscitation Council conference was held earlier this month in Auckland. There are some major changes ahead for how the courses will be delivered, and there will be course specific manuals for the new courses.

From the 1st July this year, the NZRC will no longer have Level 4, 5, 6 or 7 courses, but will have CORE Advanced, CORE Immediate or CORE Skills courses. We have included a photo from the conference showing how the current Levels translate.

Good news for those of you that will be sitting the CORE Immediate course - there will be no 'scratch and win' test! For CORE Advanced, there will be a shorter exam than the one that we currently use. For both CORE Advanced and CORE Immediate, there will only be 7 ECG rhythms that will be tested.

There was a lot of discussion about when testing should be performed, and it seems a majority were in favour of this being done outside of the course (either before or after the course). With no firm answer from the conference, we will wait to hear what we can offer. The NZRC have put a lot of thought (and time) into the changes, and it looks promising that this will make a nicer learning experience for all of us.

The guidelines in New Zealand changed in January this year, and we have been teaching these changes on our courses. The main changes to be aware of are:

· Compression rate has changed to 100 - 120 per minute

· AEDs are now recommend to be used on all age ranges

· Updated algorithms can be found on the Emcare website at http://www.emcare.co.nz/resources/resource-category-1

There was a fair amount of Twitter activity from the conference from @EmcareServices or you can search #Guidelines2016 for further information.

Presentations from the conference have been made available online at http://confer.co.nz/nzrc2016/presentations-2/

Stay safe
The team at Emcare - Saving Lives Made Simple

Final Report of the Expert Panel: Investing in New Zealand’s Children and their Families .

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:36:55 GMT

Hon Anne Tolley, Minister for Social Development, released the Final Report of the Expert Panel: Investing in New Zealand’s Children and their Families on 7th April 2016 .

See the Minister’s release on the Beehive website
https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/radical-changes-child-protection-and-care

Read the Final Report of the Expert Panel: Investing in New Zealand’s Children and their Families and the Cabinet Papers accompanying the Final Report
http://www.msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/work-programmes/investing-in-children/index.html

MoH: Preventing Suicide: Guidance for emergency departments

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:33:46 GMT

Preventing Suicide: Guidance for emergency departments
http://www.health.govt.nz/publication/preventing-suicide-guidance-emergency-departments

Emergency departments have an important role in caring for people who present as being at risk of suicide.

This guidance is aimed at improving the quality of care for people presenting to emergency departments at risk of suicide. The guidance includes clinical risk assessment and referral pathways, but also focuses on the nature of interactions between the person and clinicians involved in their care. This focus incorporates advice on culturally and age-appropriate interventions.

The guidance was developed by Te Pou o te Whakaaro Nui, with the assistance of an expert working group. It builds on (but does not replace) the 2003 Assessment and Management of People at Risk of Suicide guidelines developed by the New Zealand Guidelines Group and the Ministry of Health.

The development of the guidance arose from action 6.2 of the Ministry of Health’s Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2013-2016; to “improve the care of people presenting to emergency departments with self-harm injuries, and ensure there is appropriate follow-up after discharge”.

MoH: An evaluation of the reorientation of child and adolescent oral health services

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:24:12 GMT

An evaluation of the reorientation of child and adolescent oral health services
http://www.health.govt.nz/publication/evaluation-reorientation-child-and-adolescent-oral-health-services

Over the last eight years the Government has made a significant reinvestment in child and adolescent oral health services to create the Community Oral Health Service (COHS).

The Ministry commissioned the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) to undertake an evaluation of the reorientation of child and adolescent oral health services. The ESR evaluation had three aims:

to determine the effectiveness of the reinvestment programme, including business case development and the implementation process
to identify barriers and enablers associated with the reinvestment programme
to make recommendations to support ongoing implementation.

Overall, the report is positive about the implementation of the reinvestment programme to date. It confirmed that the new model of care had resulted in improvements in the quality, experience and outcomes of oral health services. The evaluation report also made a number of recommendations to enhance the COHS.

MoH: Te Ohonga Ake: Determinants of health for Māori children and young people in New Zealand: Series Two

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:21:41 GMT

Te Ohonga Ake: Determinants of health for Māori children and young people in New Zealand: Series Two
http://www.health.govt.nz/publication/te-ohonga-ake-determinants-health-maori-children-and-young-people-new-zealand-series-two

This report, which focuses on the underlying determinants of health for Māori children and young people, aims to:

Provide a snapshot of progress in addressing many of the determinants of health including child poverty and living standards, housing, early childhood education, oral health, tobacco use, alcohol related harm, and children’s exposure to family violence.
Assist those working in the health sector to consider the roles other agencies play in influencing child and youth health outcomes related to these determinants.

In exploring the underlying determinant of health for Māori children and young people, each of the indicators in this year’s report has been assigned to one of four sections:

The wider macroeconomic and policy context
Socioeconomic and cultural determinants
Risk and protective factors
Health outcomes as determinants.

MoH: New Health System Performance Measures

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:19:18 GMT

New Health System Performance Measures
- Including Youth access to and utilisation of youth appropriate health services
https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/new-health-system-performance-measures

Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says new system wide performance measures for primary and secondary care will help to further improve health services.

“Last year I indicated to the sector that we need to move primary and secondary care performance measurements from a transactional approach to one based on outcomes,” says Dr Coleman.

“Feedback from the sector was that the burden of reporting was too high. With the refresh of the New Zealand Health Strategy it was also timely to look at moving to a system wide view of performance.”

The Ministry of Health has worked closely with the sector to develop a suite of performance measures which are proposed for introduction in 2016/17:

acute hospital bed days per capita;
ambulatory sensitive hospitalisation rates for 0-4 year olds;
patient experience of care;
amenable mortality;
youth access to and utilisation of youth appropriate health services;
number of babies in smoke-free households at six weeks post-natal.

MoH - NZ Health Strategy 2016

Thu, 05 May 2016 22:02:58 GMT

New Zealand Health Strategy 2016
http://www.health.govt.nz/publication/new-zealand-health-strategy-2016

The New Zealand Health Strategy sets the direction of health services to improve the health of people and communities.

The 2016 New Zealand Health Strategy refreshes the previous strategy, developed in 2000. It was developed with the help of sector leaders, independent reports, extensive public consultation, and was informed by other government programmes and initiatives.

The Strategy has two parts.

New Zealand Health Strategy: Future direction
New Zealand Health Strategy: Roadmap of actions 2016

New Children's Commissioner appointed

Thu, 05 May 2016 21:58:47 GMT

Hon Anne Tolley

Minister for Social Development

3 May 2016 Media Statement

New Children’s Commissioner appointed

Social Development Minister Anne Tolley has announced that Judge Andrew Becroft has been appointed as the new Children’s Commissioner.

Judge Becroft, who is currently New Zealand’s Principal Youth Court Judge, will take up the role in July.

“The Children’s Commissioner is an independent advocate for the interests, rights and wellbeing of children in New Zealand,” says Mrs Tolley.

“Judge Becroft comes into the role at a time of major change and I have no doubt he is the right person at the right time, and that he will do a fantastic job.

“His input will be invaluable as we transform our care and protection system through the radical changes I recently announced, to focus on the short and long-term wellbeing of our children through to adulthood.

“Judge Becroft’s experience of dealing with troubled and at-risk young people will be vital in the development of a youth justice service aimed at preventing offending and reoffending as part of the major overhaul. His opinions will also be important as we investigate raising the youth justice age to include 17 year olds.

“I want to acknowledge the tremendous work done by the outgoing Commissioner, Dr Russell Wills, whose advocacy for vulnerable young Kiwis has been extremely important. He has never shied away from voicing strong opinions, always with the best interests of children in mind, which is crucial to the job of Commissioner.

“Judge Becroft, who has been appointed full-time for a two-year term, will also provide advice on how the role of the Children’s Commissioner may evolve as the new operating model for care and protection is implemented.”

In order to take up the new position Judge Becroft will resign from his position as Principal Youth Court Judge, and will be on secondment from his duties as a District Court judge.

Media contact: Gillon Carruthers 021 491 761021 491 761, Ashleigh Muir 021 881 935021 881 935

Note to editors:

His Honour Judge Andrew Becroft was appointed a District Court Judge in 1996 and appointed to the role of Principal Youth Court Judge of New Zealand in 2001.

He assisted with the establishment of the Mangere Community Law Centre, and worked as a criminal barrister in South Auckland until his appointment to the District Court bench, sitting in Whanganui.

Judge Becroft is the Patron of the New Zealand Speak Easy Association Inc., which assists those with various forms of speech impediment, and is the Chairperson of the Board of the Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship (NZ) Inc. He is married with three children, aged 20, 19 and 15.

The Collaborative Trust Update - May 2016

Thu, 05 May 2016 21:54:19 GMT

The Collaborative Trust Update

It's hard to believe that we are almost halfway through the year. It was lovely to see those of you that made it to the 2016 Hui. There's plenty of more development opportunities on offer! See below.

What's On:

SEMINAR
The practical implications of exploring young people’s experiences of disengagement from mainstream secondary schooling through talk.
Tuesday 10 May 2016, Hagley Community College Room 104, 4.30 - 5.30pm (gold coin donation). Presented by Alison McCormack.
In this presentation Alison discusses her Master’s research journey which set out to explore young people’s experiences of disengagement from mainstream secondary schooling.' Click here for full information.

TRAINING
HEEADSSS Workshop
Thursday 9 June 2016, 9am - 3pm at the Christchurch Bridge Club, Christchurch
Cost: $80 + GST per person

Have you had trouble communicating with young people? The brains of young people are mysterious- how do you know what is going on? Have you had that feeling I want to help these young people but they are so exasperating! If you would like to understand young people and be able to communicate with them better whether you are a teacher, police officer, counsellor, parent, administration worker, social worker or youth worker you need to come to this interactive workshop. Click here to see full details.

RESEARCH REFLECTION
Read the latest research reflection article from Melanie Atkinson: 'Youth Participation in Service Development'.
''I want to discuss the idea of youth consultation and participation in relation to the establishment of a new service in Christchurch (Arahina ki Otautahi) for children and young people in the care of Child, Youth and Family who are not engaged in education or training' Read the full article here.

Be sure to keep up to date with 'What's On' via the Collaborative website here.

Neurodisabilities Forum - Wellington Thurs 12 May

Thu, 05 May 2016 21:38:13 GMT

Kia Ora,

Please find attached an invitation to the 2016 Neurodisabilities Forum in Wellington next week – Thursday 12 May. The event will be opened by Minister for Disability Issues Hon. Nicky Wagner, with keynote addresses by Principal Youth Court and incoming Children’s Commissioner Judge Andrew Becroft, and Chair of the NZ Institute for Educational and Developmental Psychologists, Rose Blackett.

This is a critical event, at a crucial time. With Youth Court age proposals currently before Cabinet, this is a historic opportunity to explore how neurodisabilities create vulnerability when they come into contact with the justice system, evidenced by the gross over-representation of neurodisabilities in NZ court and prison statistics.

As a key stakeholder in the neurodisablities sector, we hope that you or a representative will be able to take up this important opportunity to discuss neurodisabilities, youth justice and wider justice reform. The invitation list includes Justice Department representatives, NGOs, Ministries, Police and academics.

During this morning event:

* Judge Andrew Becroft will set out WHAT the issues are and their impact - 'The View from the Bench'

* Rose Blackett will provide insights as to WHY those with neuro-differences are vulnerable

* You will have the opportunity to participate in discussing HOW this situation could be improved

You can read more about the Forum background below. Dyslexia Foundation of NZ is proud to host this event, and we look forward to seeing you at the Intercontinental Hotel in Wellington!

Please share this invite with those that you feel would have an interest in this event. Short notice and an early 8am start I know, but a small effort now by us all will make a big difference for those we care about.

The event schedule is in the attached invitation. RSVP by Monday 9th please as numbers are strictly limited. Simply reply to this email with your name, organisation, and a contact phone number.

Kind regards,

Esther Whitehead

021 243 0741021 243 0741

Managing Trustee

Dyslexia Foundation of NZ

www.dfnz.org.nz

https://www.facebook.com/dyslexiafoundationNZ

Dyslexia Advocacy:

Making Good: Getting it right in the classroom and the courts

Te Ohonga Ake: The Health of Māori Children and Young People with Chronic Conditions and Disabilities in New Zealand

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 05:13:21 GMT

Published online:

04 August 2015

Te Ohonga Ake: The Health of Māori Children and Young People with Chronic Conditions and Disabilities in New Zealand is part of a series of annual monitoring reports focusing on the health of Māori children and young people. This report collates a range of routinely collected data about conditions arising in the perinatal period, chronic conditions and disabilities, and reviews the distribution of overweight and obesity and its determinants.

Court in the Act Apr 2016

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:39:44 GMT

Tēnā koe

Please find Issue 72, the first 2016 edition of Court in the Act.

Issue 72 is available online at: http://www.justice.govt.nz/courts/youth/publications-and-media/principal-youth-court-newsletter.

We value your contributions. If you would like to contribute to Court in the Act, please send all submissions to courtintheact@justice.govt.nz.

Ngā manaakitanga

The Office of the Principal Youth Court Judge

Te Tari o te Kaiwhakawā Matua o te Kōti Taiohi

SAHM’s Adolescent Health News Roundup for Apr 15 -21

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:31:49 GMT

We are pleased to share with you SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for April 15-21.

Top stories this week include: CDC report on tobacco use among middle and high school students, findings that cognitive behavioral therapy may help depressed teens, eating disorders found to be more common in schools where girls predominate, an investigation of when youth should start playing football, and a U.N. study finds a widening gap between poor and richer children in wealthier countries.

MYD - Youth Parliament News

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:34:52 GMT

Youth Parliament News

April 2016

Welcome to the Youth Parliament 2016 e-newsletter!

This newsletter provides you with summaries of the latest Youth Parliament 2016 news.
If you would like to read the full story, please click on the link underneath each summary.

All stories are produced by the Youth Press Gallery members.

A taste of what’s to come

Be Seen and Be Heard: Wellington Youth Parliament Forum

Joining Youth Parliament

Youth MP meets Labour leaders at Waitangi

Get to know Youth MP Ruby Bridge

Diversity of perspectives and opinions represented in Youth Parliament

Youth Parliament’s Napier tenure training day

MOE - Improving educational engagement and achievement for young people

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:09:12 GMT

Improving educational engagement and achievement for young people

11 February 2016

Year 9 Plus is a new approach to improving educational engagement and achievement for young people – starting with the Year 9 students (12/13-year-olds and their siblings) most at risk of poor education, criminal justice and employment outcomes.

Budget 2015 approved $2.2 million over four years to conduct a small scale concept test of Year 9 Plus which will provide early intervention support to 80-100 most at risk students in the wider Gisborne region.

The initiative began at the start of term one in 2016 and continues until the selected students have either left or finished school.

Champions will remove help to remove barriers to education and address issues both inside and outside the education system to help their students stay in school and achieve formal qualifications.

Year 9 Plus was developed after research found that achieving better outcomes for young people at risk requires a holistic approach to address all the factors affecting a student’s participation and achievement in education. This includes providing continuous support to help students with changing circumstances over the time they are at school.

This work will test how well we can identify the young people most at risk and how effective the intensive wrap-around and ongoing support is in helping them.

MOE - Students passing licence tests can get NCEA credits

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:04:35 GMT

Students passing driver licence tests can get NCEA credits

04 April 2016

Students passing driver licence tests are now eligible for a limited number of NCEA credits.

A Government interagency group has made this possible after employers asked us to look at increasing young people’s chances of employment. One way to do this is to provide an extra incentive for them to gain their licence.

The NCEA credits are not awarded in specific areas like literacy, but acknowledge the significant levels of varied knowledge and skill needed to pass driver licence tests.

Students can obtain up to 8 NCEA credits by passing tests for the Class 1 driver licence

Class 1 licences apply to cars, as opposed to heavier vehicles or motorcycles.

A Learner’s Class 1 driver licence counts towards NCEA Level 1 (2 credits).
A Restricted Class 1 driver licence counts towards NCEA Level 2 (4 credits).
A Full Class 1 driver licence counts towards NCEA Level 2 (2 credits).

Our parents’ website has general information about how NCEA works.

Having a driver licence improves students’ future prospects

The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Social Development, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and the New Zealand Transport Agency worked together to provide this incentive for students to gain their licence.

People aged 16-24 are the biggest age group without driver licences, and yet certain industries, such as construction, are difficult to enter without one.

Having a licence can also enable people to engage safely in everyday tasks like travelling to job interviews, travelling to and from a job or training course, and providing safe transport for family.

Obtaining a Class 1 driver licence requires skill and commitment

Gaining a driver licence isn’t easy. In 2012, the Transport Agency introduced a Graduated Driver Licence system, which tightened the requirements for a Restricted Licence.

Obtaining a Graduated Driver Licence takes a minimum of 18 months. It involves a significant level of literacy, skill development, problem solving, and the ability to quickly make decisions that contribute to safe driving.

You must be at least 16 years old to take the first step and sit the learner licence theory test.

Go to the NZTA website to see the age limits that apply to each stage of the graduated driver licence.

Only enrolled students are eligible for NCEA credits

This covers senior secondary school aged students, and those enrolled in training programmes run by tertiary organisations. Go to the NZQA website for information about the class 1 driver licence standards.

Transport Agency agents will carry out the driver licensing tests as usual

Schools and tertiary education organisations will not conduct the tests themselves. The process and cost of sitting a test through the Transport Agency’s network of agents remains the same.

After passing a test, a student can show their licence (learner, restricted or full) to their school or tertiary organisation, who in turn reports the credits to NZQA. The credits will then be part of the student’s NZQA Record of Achievement.

NZQA will be working with schools and tertiary organisations to ensure this has a minimal impact on administration duties.

The credits will be carefully monitored

The Qualifications Authority and the Transport Agency determined the value of the credits involved. They will also carefully monitor the standards required for the tests, the number of credits obtained, and the number of licences gained. NZTA will continue to assure the quality of their network of agents.

There are a number of resources available to help students prepare for their licence tests

The Government provides a range of free resources to help learner drivers and their parents to prepare for their theory and practical tests.

You can explore these on the NZTA website.

Case study: Students make rheumatic fever short films

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:01:10 GMT

Six rheumatic fever short films co-designed by Auckland students and released late last year represent another important step in raising rheumatic fever awareness.

Young people from four secondary schools and two community youth groups have been involved with the Rheumatic Fever Film Project, developing a range of storylines to deliver rheumatic fever prevention messages through youth-appropriate language and scenes.

The project has been led by the Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs in partnership with the Ministry of Health’s Rheumatic Fever Prevention Programme (RFPP). It is part of the RFPP Youth Campaign, which aims to raise rheumatic fever awareness among 13-19 year-old Māori and Pacific youth living in areas with high rates of rheumatic fever.

“We know that kids listen to kids and youth listen to youth, so that’s one of the magic ingredients that makes this project such a success. It’s really handing over control to young people,” Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs (MPIA) Chief Executive Pauline Winter says.

“Crucially, the films raise awareness of rheumatic fever among young people and the communities most at risk of the disease. The students involved have also had the opportunity to claim National Certificate of Educational Achievement credits for their films, as well as showcasing the creative talent of budding young filmmakers.

It is also a good example of Better Public Services in action – the Ministries of Health and Pacific Island Affairs working together to improve outcomes for at-risk Pacific and Māori young people.”

Teenagers from Auckland’s James Cook High School, Mt Roskill Grammar, Kelston Boys High School, Tamaki College and two community youth groups took part in the project.

Rheumatic fever is a serious illness, which in New Zealand most often affects Māori and Pacific children and young people aged 4-19 years.

“It’s very important our youth learn more about this illness and the films will ensure that the key messages get to the film makers’ peers in a way that the young people want them to,” Pauline Winter says.

“Kids have got technology and different ways of communicating and this is allowing them to have their voice in a way that traditionally they wouldn’t have. And it’s not just any voice, it’s an informative voice.

“Making sure our young Pacific people are healthy is a critical part of achieving MPIA’s vision of more Successful Pacific Peoples.’’

RFPP lead Dr Chrissie Pickin says that reducing rheumatic fever is a Government priority, with more than $65 million invested over six years to bring rates down. As part of the Better Public Service focus, the Government has a target to reduce the incidence of rheumatic fever by two-thirds by June 2017.

“We want youngsters most at risk of this disease to understand that a strep throat infection can lead to rheumatic fever if it is not checked or treated with appropriate antibiotics,” Dr Pickin says.

“And, that once antibiotics are prescribed, the full course needs to be taken to properly treat the sore throat.”

Public Consultation on new Youth Service Information Sharing Agreement

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:55:37 GMT

Public consultation on new Youth Service information sharing agreement

Sharing information between government agencies about young people is essential to helping the agencies identify young people who are at risk of coming on to a benefit or remaining on a benefit long-term.

Although the number of new youth entrants to benefit each year is low, the most recent actuarial valuation shows that they account for a significant proportion of benefit liability over time. In fact, more than 70 per cent of the forward liability is in respect of people who first received a benefit before the age of 20. This indicates that many of these young people remain vulnerable to benefit dependency their whole lives.

Youth Service currently gets school leaver information from the Ministry of Education. They will soon get information from the Department of Corrections. This will help them identify young people who are at risk of coming on to a benefit or remaining on a benefit long-term.

The Youth Service is expanding to include 18 and 19 year olds. The current information sharing arrangements will need to adapt to this change.

Draft Approved Information Sharing Agreement (Word 89.25KB)

The Ministry is inviting submissions on the new information sharing agreement. We are considering views about the suitability of the information sharing agreement from:

agencies involved in the Youth Service
potential recipients of the Youth Service
the public.

The deadline for submissions is 6 May 2016.

Please send your submission to: YouthServiceExtensionProject@msd.govt.nz.

If you can’t email it to us, you can mail a hard copy to:

Chris O’Grady
Ministry of Social Development
P O Box 1556
Wellington 6140
New Zealand

Community Investment Strategy - Social Sector Trials

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:52:44 GMT

What are Social Sector Trials achieving

On this Page:

Service delivery changes

Special achievements and awards

Evaluation of the model

Service delivery changes

The Social Sector Trials have delivered a wide range of changes to social service delivery in their communities, filling service gaps, improving the quality and inter-connectedness of social services, and taking steps towards more systemic changes in social service delivery.

Community connectedness has led to a greater sharing of local and agency resources, information, trust and advice, a better awareness of the different groups and individuals that make up the community, and a better understanding of the collective and individual needs and supports that will most benefit residents.

These activities have, in turn, led to a number of changes for children and young people in particular, with more young people able to access services, better supported to attend school, and engage positively in their communities and in education, training and employment.

The Social Sector Trials continue to introduce solutions to fill gaps in social service delivery in their communities. Examples of initiatives introduced through the Trials include:

the Kawerau Engaging Youth (KEY) forum
- to provide wrap-around case management support for high-risk young people who are at risk of or have disengaged from mainstream education. KEY membership includes operational staff from both government and non-government organisations
the Number Twelve youth hub in Waitomo
- which offers a youth mentoring programme, driver licence programme, music hub, alcohol and drug service, and is a registered probation service so that young people can undertake community service in a safe and positive environment. The driver licensing programme helps prevent fines due to licence breaches and helps young people gain access to employment, training and other opportunities
school community officers in South Taranaki
- this was enabled through the reallocation of New Plymouth School Community Officers to schools in South Taranaki in response to service gaps identified
a new family violence intervention specialist in South Taranaki
- this role creates cross-agency plans for young people who are witnesses to, or victims of, domestic violence. The plans involve long-term therapeutic intervention to address the symptoms and outcomes of trauma
the Rānui Work Ready employment programme
- this programme ensures high risk young people have the key skills to enable employment through helping young people to gain a first aid certificate, driver licence, record of community service, work experience, and other key skills
Youth Coordinators in Horowhenua
- these roles operate in schools and in the community and have been implemented to provide wrap-around support for young people to remain in education, or engage in further education, training or employment
the BASE Camp programme in South Dunedin
- which couples a strong health and fitness component with career planning and goal setting support to help young job-seekers develop a work-ready attitude and a clear plan for the their future
funds to support participation in positive activities, where finances would otherwise be a barrier
- the Activating Youth Fund in Horowhenua, the Aspirations Fund in Kaikohe, and Youth Fund in Taumarunui remove financial barriers to participation in sports and other positive activities by helping to pay for sports fees, transport, uniforms, or school camp fees
attendance campaigns to increase and sustain engagement of young people in education
- these often link truancy free CBD zones with consistent and positive messaging to young people and family/whanau in regard to school attendance
preventative health care measures in Porirua
- which include the supply of liquid hand soap, tissues, sanitiser and antiseptic cream to early childhood education centres and primary schools.

Special achievements and awards

Several Social Sector Trials and their Leads have been publicly recognised through awards for sector collaboration, leadership, and community contributions.

3 District Health Board Quality Awards

Tumai Hauora ki Porirua (the Porirua Social Sector Trial) won the Commitment to Quality Improvement Award, and the Trial’s Project Manager won the Leadership Award at the 2014 3DHB Quality Awards in November. The awards aim to highlight collaborative approaches to delivery of health services, improving health outcomes, and removing disparities where they exist. The three District Health Boards involved in the awards are the Hutt Valley, Wairarapa, and Capital and Coast District Health Boards.

Department of Corrections - Waikato District Community Partnership Award

The Waitomo Trial was awarded the Department of Corrections – Waikato District Community Partnership Award in October 2014. The Trial was nominated for the award by the Te Kuiti Community Probation Service Centre for its contributions to reducing re-offending by:

encouraging and supporting young people to comply with their community based sentences
enabling young people to carry out their Community Work sentences at the Number Twelve Youth Hub
growing the relationship between Community Probation and the SST to meet the needs of young offenders in a more cooperative way.

Other awards

The South Waikato Trial Lead’s Project Manager received the 2013 Local Hero award at the New Zealander of the Year awards
The Horowhenua Trial’s advisory group received an award from the Mid-Central District Health Board in 2013 for inter-sectoral collaboration towards health and social outcomes
The Waitomo Trial Lead received the Waitomo Citizen of the Year Award in 2012.

Evaluation of the model

Recent exploration of administrative data held by agencies shows that, for the first six Trials:

the percentage of school leavers aged 15–18 years with NCEA level 2 or above has increased by around 8 percentage points from 2011 to 2013
retention rates for school leavers to age 17 have increased by 6 percentage points when comparing 2011 to 2013 retention data.

A cross-agency Data and Measurement Group is working on a number of different approaches to measuring the impact of the Trials. This includes analysing community- and national-level data to identify changes for both individuals and communities, and contrasting results with similar locations that do not have a Trial.

A cross-agency evaluation of the first six ‘tranche one’ Social Sector Trials was carried out in 2013. The evaluation involved interviews with young people, who noted an improved sense of belonging, and an increased feeling of responsibility for others around them. It noted that key achievements of the tranche one Trials in their first two years were:

improved community collaboration between local organisations, NGOs, and local and central government agencies
creating a local platform for networking and relationship-building between key community stakeholders, building trust, and a shared sense of purpose
increasing community awareness and responsiveness to the issues faced by young people
enabling communities and government to find new ways of working together
establishing a broader base of services for young people and improving the delivery of existing services, which was partly due to a wider community participation
that the Trials have made progress in achieving outcomes for young people and the wider community.

Download the Social Sector Trials Evaluation report May 2013 (PDF 981.25KB)

Updated evaluation results will be available in late 2015

MoH - Supporting Vulnerable Children

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:46:50 GMT

Supporting vulnerable children

This section has information about three priority results for supporting vulnerable children.

The Ministries of Social Development, Education, and Health are working together, alongside the Police and the Social Sector Forum, on three results that will support vulnerable children.

These results are:

Result 2: Early childhood education: In 2016, 98 per cent of children starting school will have participated in quality early childhood education.

Result 3:
Immunisation: Increase infant immunisation rates so that 95 per cent of eight month olds are fully immunised by December 2014 and this is maintained until 30 June 2017.
Rheumatic fever: Reduce the incidence of rheumatic fever by two thirds to 1.4 cases per 100,000 people by June 2017.

Result 4: Assaults on children: By 2017, we aim to halt the rise in children experiencing physical abuse and reduce current numbers by five per cent.

The Chief Executive of the Ministry of Social Development is the lead Chief Executive for these results, supported by the Secretary of Education and the Director-General of Health. The agencies of the Social Sector Forum have agreed to share responsibility for delivering the results. The Social Sector Forum's members are:

Chief Executive of the Ministry of Social Development (Chair)
Secretary for Justice
Secretary of Education
Director-General of Health
Deputy Chief Executive Building and Housing, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

Why these results are important

Achieving in these three areas is crucial if we are to do better for vulnerable children in New Zealand.

How we are going to support vulnerable children

Download the Supporting Vulnerable Children Result Action Plan (PDF 2.23MB)

Better Public Services: Snapshot of results at 14 Mar 2016

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:40:55 GMT

The Government has set 10 challenging results for the public sector to achieve over the next five years.

Ten results within 5 areas - snapshot

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Better Public Services

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:37:28 GMT

Better Public Services

In 2012, the Government set 10 challenging results for the public sector to achieve over the next five years. Ministers and a public sector chief executive have been appointed to lead each result and will be accountable for demonstrating real progress against his or her result.

These targets, organised under five themes, require a stretch beyond immediately deliverable results and highlight opportunities for new ways of working together to deliver better public services to New Zealanders. The work underway in these areas will, in time, demonstrate innovation and improvement across a connected, collaborative public sector.

The Ministry of Social Development is responsible for two programmes that will help the Government deliver Better Public Services.

The Ministry is working closely with other government agencies to achieve these results.

Reducing long-term welfare dependence

Result 1: By June 2018, a 25 per cent reduction (from 295,000 people in June 2014) in the total number of people receiving main benefits and a $13 billion reduction in the long-term cost of benefit dependence.

Supporting vulnerable children

The Ministries of Social Development, Education, and Health are working together, alongside the Police and the Social Sector Forum, on three results that will support vulnerable children. They are:

Result 2: Early childhood education: In 2016, 98 per cent of children starting school will have participated in quality early childhood education..

Result 3:
Immunisation: Increase infant immunisation rates so that 95 per cent of eight month olds are fully immunised by December 2014 and this is maintained until 30 June 2017.
Rheumatic fever: Reduce the incidence of rheumatic fever by two thirds to 1.4 cases per 100,000 people by June 2017.

Result 4: Assaults on children: By 2017, we aim to halt the rise in children experiencing physical abuse and reduce current numbers by five per cent.

Boosting skills and employment

Result 5. Increase the proportion of 18 year olds with NCEA level 2 or equivalent qualification.

Result 6. Increase the proportion of 25-34 year olds with advanced trade qualifications, diplomas and degrees (at level 4 or above).

Reducing crime

Result 7. Reduce the rates of total crime, violent crime and youth crime.

Result 8. Reduce reoffending.

Improving interaction with government

Result 9. New Zealand businesses have a one-stop online shop for all government advice and support they need to run and grow their business.

Result 10. New Zealanders can complete their transactions with the Government easily in a digital environment.

Modernising CYF

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 06:48:44 GMT

Investing in New Zealand’s Children and Their Families

On this Page:

Final Report of the Expert Panel on Modernising Child Youth and Family

Indicative timeline

Minister's release and the full report

Cabinet papers

Final Report of the Expert Panel on Modernising Child Youth and Family

The Government has announced major state care reforms and a complete overhaul of Child, Youth and Family to improve the long-term life outcomes for New Zealand’s most vulnerable population. The Minister for Social Development, Hon Anne Tolley, says that the whole system needs to be transformed if we are to give vulnerable children and young people the protection and life opportunities they deserve.

"After making a very clear case for change in its Interim Report, the Expert Panel advising me on the radical overhaul of Child Youth and Family has delivered a final report with a bold set of recommendations for a new child-centred system which the Government is taking action on," says the Minister.

The package of reforms, which is expected to take up to five years to be fully implemented, will include:

A new child-centred operating model with a greater focus on harm and trauma prevention and early intervention. It will provide a single point of accountability for the long-term wellbeing of vulnerable children, with the voice of the child represented in planning and strategy.
A social investment approach using actuarial valuations and evidence of what works will identify the best way of targeting early interventions, to ensure that vulnerable children receive the care and support they need, when they need it.
Direct purchasing of vital services such as health, education and counselling support to allow funding to follow the child, so that young people can gain immediate access to assistance.
A stronger focus on reducing the over-representation of Maori young people in the system. Currently, 60 per cent of children in care are Maori. Strategic partnerships will be developed with iwi groups and NGOs.
Legislation this year raising the age of state care to a young person’s 18^th birthday, with transition support being considered up to the age of 25. Cabinet has also agreed to investigate raising the youth justice age to 17.
Legislation establishing an independent youth advocacy service to ensure that the voices of children and young people are heard in the design of systems and services.

Intensive targeted support for caregivers, including some increased financial assistance and better access to support services. For the first time, National Care Standards will be introduced so that there is a clear expectation for the standard and quality of care in placement homes.

The system will focus on five core services – prevention, intensive intervention, care support services, transition support and a youth justice service aimed at preventing reoffending. Delivery of these services will require a suitably trained workforce, with a requirement for a greater range of specialist skills, to better prevent harm and trauma.

The Report notes that CYF staff, agencies and the Government can’t do this in isolation. Communities need to be engaged and play their part. Work is already underway on attracting and retaining a wider pool of quality caregivers, who will receive increased support to take on such an important role.

Indicative timeline

Look at the indicative timeline for the implementation of the changes here [PDF] (PDF 111.67KB)

Minister's release and the full report

See the Minister’s release on the Beehive website

Read the Final Report of the Expert Panel: Investing in New Zealand’s Children and Families (PDF 9.48MB)

Cabinet papers

Read the following Cabinet Papers accompanying the Final Report

Overview – Proposed Blueprint for Reform and Implementation (The case for change, the purpose and scope of the reforms, and the proposed blueprint for reform) (PDF 944.33KB)

Paper One – The New Operating Model (The detailed proposals for reform, leadership and cultural shifts required, significant service changes and a new operating model) (PDF 5.04MB)

Paper Two – Policy and Legislation (The legislative changes required to underpin the new operating model) (PDF 2.36MB)

SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for April 1-7.

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 06:04:23 GMT

We are pleased to share with you SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for April 1-7.

Top stories this week include: U.S. autism rate reported unchanged since 2010, a decrease in infection-related hospitalization among children and teens, a statement from doctors urging U.S. state and local facilities to ban solitary confinement for youth, protesters want Poland to abandon a plan to outlaw abortion completely, and resources available for National Youth Prevention Week.

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Emcare Update I #Resus2016 I News

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 05:30:03 GMT

Industry News I Updates I Upcoming Courses

Emcare Update I #Resus2016 I News

Dave and Geoff attended Resuscitation 2016 in Las Vegas last month. It was a very interesting conference with fantastic international speakers. Search #Resus2016 on Twitter for highlights (Geoff won a prize for sending the most tweets at the conference!).

Dave and Geoff also sat a American Heart Association ACLS Provider course while in America – we feel your anxiety sitting courses and being examined.

The New Zealand Resuscitation Council conference is happening in April. Emcare Services will be tweeting live from @EmcareServices

The Warehouse Ltd are currently installing AEDs throughout New Zealand. This is a 2 - 3 year project, and Emcare are fortunate to be involved with the product familiarisation for The Warehouse staff.

Stay safe
The team at Emcare - Saving Lives Made Simple

An AED at the Grand Canyon!

Geoff's prize for sending the most tweets at the conference!

Dave and Geoff at the American Heart Association Provider course.

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The Forum for Youth Investment: Ready by 21- News (International)

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 05:26:00 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

NZNO News

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 05:22:10 GMT

NZNO Newsletter

Real Stories, News, Conferences

Health Connections - March Newsletter

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 20:44:20 GMT

Health Connections

Building Resilient Youth - today.

Welcome to their Newsletter.

Auckland Communities Foundation - March 2016 Newsletter

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 20:36:05 GMT

What is Auckland Communities Foundation supporting and funding?

Learn more about the Philanthropic sector.

To read the newsletter click here

To view their website click here

05 MAY 2016 - FAMILY/WHĀNAU AND MENTAL HEALTH SYMPOSIUM, CHRISTCHURCH

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:45:22 GMT

Kia Ora
The Werry Centre are thrilled to be able to offer this free Family/Whānau Symposium which focuses on Family/Whānau and Mental Health in New Zealand to be held in Christchurch on Thursday, 5^th May 2016.

I have attached the flyer and the programme of the day.

To register for the day please click on the following link: FAMILY/WHĀNAU AND MENTAL HEALTH SYMPOSIUM .

Early registration is recommended. Please forward this to your networks.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Kind Regards

Dr Bronwyn Dunnachie
Senior Advisor
The Werry Centre
Phone 021-353-027021-353-027
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SAHM’s Adolescent Health News Roundup for March 11-17.

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 01:34:52 GMT

We are pleased to share with you SAHM's weeklyAdolescent Health News Roundup for March 11-17.

Top stories this week include: Changes in heart activity found to be linked to epilepsy, a decline in condom use for teen girls who opt for IUDs over the pill, a WHO report finding that British teenagers are the least satisfied in the western world, CVS reports spending $50 million on antismoking program aimed at youth, and a new bill passes in the senate to combat drug abuse.

To read more click here

New Zealand Autism Spectrum Disorder Guideline Supplementary Evidence on Social Skills Groups for Children and Young People with ASD

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 00:47:41 GMT

Published online:
03 March 2016

The New Zealand Autism Spectrum Disorder Guideline (the Guideline) was published in April 2008. As part of their commitment to the implementation of the Guideline, the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education agreed to establish a Living Guideline process. This process is where a guideline is regularly updated and refined to reflect new evidence and changing user needs.

This Supplementary Paper describes a systematic review which aims to provide an evidence-based synthesis of research published in or beyond 2004 relating to group-based social skills training for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This review updates the evidence considered in the ASD Guideline.

Know anyone who would be a great Mentor for young people

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 00:33:09 GMT

If you’re interested in being a mentor or know of someone who’d like to take on board this opportunity to contribute and make a positive impact in young person’s life see the information below J

Also attached is a flyer, please feel free to print or fwd this email to those who’d like to jump on board this initiative.

Contact John Fale directly for any questions or enquiries about becoming a mentor for Project K.

The Collaborative Trust Hui

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 00:30:20 GMT

Friday 8 and Saturday 9 April 2016

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New director for MYD announced

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:59:14 GMT

MSD: 07 March 2016.

Murray Edridge, DCE Ministry of Social Development has today announced the appointment of Robyn Scott to the position of Director, Ministry of Youth Development.

The position of Director is a new role, established following the Cabinet decision to change the direction of the Ministry of Youth Development.

The role is pivotal in supporting the new priorities of the Ministry aimed at increasing the number of young New Zealanders participating in a more diverse range of quality youth development activities.

Ms Scott brings twenty years of leading change in the community and voluntary sectors. She was Chief Executive of Philanthropy New Zealand for 10 years where she led significant organisational development and growth. The profile of Philanthropy NZ changed from a small peak body to being engaged in multiple partnerships across the government, private, voluntary and community sectors. She is currently Chief Executive of Age Concern where she has been leading a multi-channel campaign for awareness and prevention of elder abuse.

Her experience will be invaluable for building strong partnerships with the business and philanthropic sectors required to establish our proposed new funding options and create the best opportunities for young people.

Participating in youth development opportunities gives young people leadership, volunteering and mentoring experience, helping them towards becoming valuable contributors to their community.

The restructured MYD starts from Monday, 4 April and Ms Scott will take up the position in late April.

Read Partnering for Youth Development

MOH - Childhood Obesity Plan

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:53:40 GMT

Childhood obesity plan

This package of initiatives aims to prevent and manage obesity in children and young people up to 18 years of age.

The package has three focus areas, made up of 22 initiatives, which are either new or an expansion of existing initiatives:

Targeted interventions for those who are obese
Increased support for those at risk of becoming obese
Broad approaches to make healthier choices easier for all New Zealanders.

The focus is on food, the environment and being active at each life stage, starting during pregnancy and early childhood.

The package brings together initiatives across government agencies, the private sector, communities, schools, families and whānau.

To read more click here

ASD Services in Auckland

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:49:33 GMT

View Newsletter to find out more

Interacting Newsletter - Mar 2016

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:41:12 GMT

The first Interacting newsletter that includes dates of this year’s InterACT festival, information about community classes and loads more! Take a moment to have a look. We will be contacting you about participating in this year’s festival in the next few weeks so keep an eye out for the email

Kind regards

Paula Crimmens

Interacting theatre

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Emerge Aotearoa to run short term housing response in Auckland

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:36:13 GMT

Kia ora koutou

You may recall in September 2015 that the Social Housing Minister announced a short term housing response for Auckland to help ease pressure on emergency housing in Auckland.

In October, the Ministry sought proposals to run the service and I can confirm that community housing provider Emerge Aotearoa has been contracted to deliver extra emergency housing places in Auckland.

The service starts will provide accommodation for up to 30 people (including families and individuals) at any one time, for up 12 weeks.

Running for two years, Emerge Aotearoa will deliver up to 120 additional places each year for people and families in Auckland who urgently need accommodation and have nowhere to stay.

The first of the 17 places will be available from 14 March 2016 with the other 13 available from mid-May. People will be housed in properties ranging from one and two bedroom units to three and four bedroom houses.

People can be referred to the service if they’re on the social housing register or through direct referral. The extra 120 places will be included in the Auckland Emergency Housing Centralised Register the Ministry is managing. The database provides a clearer picture on the availability of emergency housing beds across the city.

While being housed, individuals and families will have access to other social support services they may need and Emerge Aotearoa will work with the client to develop a plan to help them move into sustainable housing.

The support continues for people after they leave the service, with Emerge Aotearoa working with them for up three months to help them settle into their new property.

This short-term housing response is based on a similar initiative operating in Christchurch where individuals and families living insecure accommodation are referred to a provider for placement into emergency accommodation.

These contracted places follow the review the Ministry has undertaken into the emergency housing sector which found emergency housing providers, especially in Auckland, reporting increased pressures on their services.

While this response is focused on Auckland, the needs of other regional centres will be considered as part of a new proposed funding model for emergency housing which the Government is expected to announce in the coming months.

If you have any questions, please get in touch.

The Minister’s media release is available on the Beehive website.

Regards

Blair McKenzie

Regional Commissioner for Social Development Auckland
Ministry of Social Development
Private Bag 68-911, Newton, Auckland

Professional Development Seminars

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:32:32 GMT

Effective Bullying Prevention and Intervention

with Margaret Thorsborne

Friday 8th April 2016

Schools all over the world struggle to deal with the vexing issue of bullying. How do we create an environment in our classrooms and wider school community that minimises the chances of bullying happen, and when it does, what responses and interventions are most effective?

This highly practical workshop with international expert, Margaret Thorsborne, will equip teachers and school managers with some clear ideas and advice about what works and what doesn’t.

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Disability Connect E-Bulletin Mar 2016

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:30:08 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 14^th March 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

New Disability ‘Colleague’ Social Worker role at Disability Connect
Purple Day – 26^th March - raising awareness of epilepsy and Epilepsy Association of New Zealand Inc.
TANI (The Asian Network Inc) 14^th Annual Asian Forum – 19^th April at Fickling Centre – Save the date!
Disability Connect seminars over March – IF including Respite, Work and Income Supports in Disability and Planning for Adulthood
Auckland Disability Law - Save the Date! Supported Decision Making – a National Conversation Hui 20 & 21 April 2016
Living Options Seminar – due to demand Disability Connect will present another seminar late April, date TBA
(CLIMB) Centre for Learning, Integration and Managing Behaviour provides support for children and teenagers diagnosed with Autism and other spectrum disorders
Manukau Support Group – PACT 311 Great South Road, Papatoetoe - Meet others who are raising children with a variety of disabilities
Survey - part of a PhD study “How does the need for fulltime care impact on the social interactions and activities of young adults with complex needs?”
Vaka Tautua – Financial Literacy for Pacific Families with disabilities – 8 week course, starts 22^nd March
Plus loads of interesting websites, links and bulletins from other organisations

e-bulletin 14 March 2016 PDF

SAHM’s Adolescent Health News Roundup for March 4-10

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 01:09:43 GMT

Top stories this week include:

ADHD medications found to be tied to lower bone density, simple changes in bad neighborhoods linked to lower teen murder rates, high rates of caffeine consumption in adolescents, South Dakota Governor vetoed anti-trans "bathroom bill," and the AAP recommends pediatricians should screen for poverty during child-wellness visits.

In This Issue

Adolescent Health in the News: Recent Research; National; International
Recent Publications
Conference Announcements
Upcoming Webinars
Call for Scholarship Nominations

FASD update March 2016

Mon, 07 Mar 2016 04:30:41 GMT

Kia ora tatau FANNZ

The ever expanding FASD field in Aotearoa has demonstrated its capacity for positive change early in 2016! This has been through the huge efforts to make submissions that informs the Ministry of Health led, ‘Taking Action on FASD Discussion Document’. Great work! It is never easy to find the time.

However it was the participation, energy and ongoing commitment expressed in the series of workshops with our Canadian visitors and FASD specialists Dr Jacqueline Pei and Tracy Mastrangelo that has really resonated for the field. These were not only filled to capacity, reaching over 800 service providers and families, they were full of inspiring stories of what is already working, and ideas shared as to how we can collaboratively achieve FASD action ‘Moving Forward’ for those most in need. Seeking solutions and resolving issues together was the key theme of the workshops.

The day after the last workshop Jacquie shared this message, which I think captures the kaupapa of shared experiences and understanding beautifully,

“I've been experiencing a fantastic journey through New Zealand, talking about FASD. In this trip, not only have I admired the landscape and unique terrain, but I've been amazed by the warmth and energy of the people here. This characteristics have been transferred to the efforts to respond to FASD in NZ, and the result in our workshops has simply been overwhelming. I'm so impressed with the momentum here, and rejuvenated by the passion to address this topic. Perhaps the best part of all is the new relationships established and friendships made; which will help us to continue to develop our strong Canada - NZ partnerships in responding to FASD.”

A big shout out to FosteringKids and their volunteering ‘blue shirts’ for all their hard work and professional management at each event, to the FASD-CAN members who helped out and met up, to the HPA for their co-sponsorship along with the ongoing commitment from Alcohol Healthwatch. Most of all a big thank you to Jacquie and Tracy for sharing their powerful and inspiring FASD knowledge, research and experience with us all and their great families who loaned them to us for a while. We learned together and shared a lot. It truly was an example of what good people can achieve collaboratively!

For those unable to attend don’t despair. Opportunities to listen, watch and share are in the pipeline:

· Listen to a 25 minute interview for Plains FM 96.9 http://plainsfm.org.nz/on-demand/understanding-and-responding-fasd/
· the Nelson workshop was filmed with kind permission of the presenters and audience and thanks to HPA sponsorship the highlights will be captured on video and made publically available later this month.
· FosteringKids have included FASD in a new series of podcasts under development in association with Journalist Alistair Wilkinson.

Watch this space for further exciting FASD Action opportunities as 2016 unfolds!

Kia kaha

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037(09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Collaborative Trust Hui - Early Bird Registrations Close Tomorrow Don't Miss Out

Mon, 07 Mar 2016 04:27:32 GMT

Register now to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing
* applies only to registrations received on or before 8 of March 2016

The Collaborative Trust for Research & Training
in Youth Health & Development brings you:
More Than Words - Our 8th Annual Hui

Two practical and intensive days designed to equip participants to positively impact youth health and development.

Focussed on developing skills for:
- Enriching Wellbeing in Self and Others,
- Enhancing Youth Health & Development
- Accessing, Understanding and Implementing Research & Evaluation.

Join us for:

- Inspirational speakers
- A great range of workshops focussed on developing practical skills
- Updates on what people are doing to positively impact youth wellbeing
- And presentations sharing some of the latest research!

Full details here. PDF version here.

email info@collaborative.org.nz with any enquiries

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YCAP Newsletter - Feb 2016

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 08:17:08 GMT

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to the February edition of the YCAP newsletter for 2016.

Here's what you will find in the newsletter this month:

2015 Māori health profiles in New Zealand
Final data-set enhances at-risk youth profile
Australian research: Young people in child protection are more likely to be under youth justice supervision
New initiative to help at-risk kids succeed
Having difficult conversations with challenging parents
Bay of Plenty communities: A focus on youth engagement and making positive impact in the first 1,000 days of a child's life
Pacific ways of talk: hui and talanoa
6 million breakfasts served in schools
Events around the country on youth development
Entries open for the Prime Minister's Education Excellence Awards
2016 American Justice Summit

To read more click here

Family Violence Death Review Committee Fifth Report

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 08:04:21 GMT

Health Quality & Safety Commission NZ

Family Violence Death Review Committee Fifth Report

The Health Quality & Safety Commission (the Commission) welcomes this ambitious fifth report from the Family Violence Death Review Committee (the Committee).

This report challenges us to think differently about family violence so system reforms can bring sustainable change.

Importantly, the report provides direction for significantly reducing family violence through the development of an integrated response. This involves agencies, organisations and practitioners working together to provide safe, high-quality and appropriate support and services to people who need them.

The report puts those people at the centre of the system, and asks us to put their needs first.

To read more click here for the report

Also view Figure 1 & Figure 2

CMDHB - Want to stay up today date on the latest trends in youth health? Check out our re-vamped Youth Health Newsletter

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 07:49:00 GMT

Youth Health Newsletter

Latest Trends in Youth Health and Wellbeing

Vol 17, Issue 1, Feb 2016

This issue

Counties Manukau Children's Team Launching in March
Children’s Team In Practice
Helping Young People End Mental Illness Discrimination
Is Gambling a Problem for New Zealand Young People?
Parris Goebel Wants Counties Manukau Smokefree
App Supports Understanding of Mental Illness
Library and Children's Health Hub Launched
Join Our Team!
Getting Help: Preventing Youth Suicide
Education and Training 2016
New Books and Resources

To view the Newsletter click here

Registrations now open for the Collaborative Trusts Annual Hui - April 2016

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 07:42:01 GMT

Hear from inspiring speakers and take away practical skills to positively impact youth health and development!

Registrations are now open for the Collaborative Trust Hui -
the Hui will focus on developing skills for :

- Enriching Wellbeing in Self and Others,
- Enhancing Youth Health and Development,
- Accessing, Understanding and Implementing Research
& Evaluation.

Full details here. PDF flier here.

*EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS CLOSING SOON - Register now to receive the discounted pricing.

Nursing Council Update February 2016

Mon, 22 Feb 2016 02:55:21 GMT

Click here to read more

EOI - Part Time, Fixed Term, Strategic Project Manager for NCYCN Contract

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 22:41:05 GMT

Expressions of Interest for a new, part time, fixed term role to provide strategic project management to the New Zealand National Clinical Network Secretariat. The Secretariat supports the development, implementation and consolidation of a range of national clinical networks. The PSNZ contract term with the Ministry of Health (MOH) is through to 30 June 2017 and details of network developments can be viewed at www.starship.org.nz/for-health-professionals/national-child-and-youth-clinical-networks/

A background paper on the CN development is available from Denise Tringham – denise@paediatrics.org.nz

Timeline – EOIs to be received by the PSNZ Secretariat before 5pm, Wednesday 16 March 2016.

For further information please contact Mollie Wilson, CEO, PSNZ, mollie@healthnetworks.co.nz

Kind regards
Denise

Denise Tringham
Paediatric Society of NZ
PO Box 22 234, Wellington 6441
Phone (04) 938 4827
Fax (04) 976 4827
E-mail: denise@paediatrics.org.nz
Web: www.paediatrics.org.nz
Health of our children: Wealth of our Nation

Goodfellow SYmposium 2016

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 22:12:24 GMT

Goodfellow Symposium 2016

Thank you to those who have registered to attend the Symposium.

If you haven't done so yet, you can register below:

Register now

The 2016 Goodfellow Symposium is a worthwhile and enjoyable weekend for health professionals who want to update their clinical knowledge and practical skills, earn CME/CPD points and engage with others in the primary health care industry.

The 2016 Symposium will host our biggest programme yet.

Speakers include:

Rod McLeod Nicola Dalbeth Matt Dawes

Nigel Lever Min Lo Helen Roberts

Chris Ellis Amanda Oakley Nikki Turner

Please see the symposium website for up-to-date programme information (more information about the programme/speakers will be added as it becomes available).

Click here to register now!

We look forward to seeing you at the Symposium in March 2016, at our new venue with ample safe parking.

Dr Bruce Arroll
Symposium Convenor

2015 delivers more births – Statistics NZ Media and Information Release: Births and Deaths: Year ended December 2015

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 04:30:07 GMT

2015 delivers more births – Media release

17 February 2016

In 2015, 61,038 live births were registered in New Zealand, up 3,796 (7 percent) from 2014, Statistics New Zealand said today.

"Higher fertility rates and population growth led to more births in 2015," population statistics manager Jo-Anne Skinner said. "The rise in births in 2015 follows decreasing birth numbers in the preceding four years."

Women aged 30–34 years have had the highest fertility rate of all age groups since 2002. In 2015, there were 125 births for every 1,000 women aged 30–34 years, up from 119 in 2014. This increase in the proportion of women having a baby, together with an increase in the number of women aged 30–34 years, resulted in 1,395 (8 percent) more births to women in this age group compared with 2014.

In 2015, compared with 2014, births increased in all age groups over 20 years, including women aged:

25–29 years – up 1,137, largely due to population increase
35–39 years – up 696, largely due to increased fertility
20–24 years – up 544, due to slightly higher fertility and increased population.

In contrast, teenage fertility rates have continued to drop in each year since 2008. In 2015, the rate for women aged 15–19 years was 19 births per 1,000 women – down from 33 in 2008.

Ends

For media enquiries contact: Anne Howard, Christchurch 03 964 870003 964 8700 , info@stats.govt.nz
Authorised by Liz MacPherson, Government Statistician, 17 February 2016

For more information about these statistics:

Visit Births and Deaths: Year ended December 2015
Open the attached files

Information release (PDF) Tables (Excel) Copy of this media release (PDF)

(See attached file: BirthsAndDeathsYeDec15.pdf)(See attached file: bd-Dec15-all-tables.xls)(See attached file: BirthsAndDeathsYeDec15MR.pdf)

Call for Nominations for Health Statutory Bodies - ECART, Northern A HDEC and Southern HDEC

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 03:45:19 GMT

Call for Nominations for Health Statutory Bodies - ECART, Northern A HDEC and Southern HDEC

The Ministry of Health has recently published an advertisement seeking nominations/applications for appointment to Ethics Committee on Assisted Reproductive Technology (ECART), Northern A Health and Disability Ethics Committee (HDEC) and Southern HDEC. Please see the link below:

http://www.health.govt.nz/new-zealand-health-system/key-health-sector-organisations-and-people/appointments-health-statutory-bodies/vacancies-health-statutory-bodies

Please note that the closing date for applications is Friday 11 March.

All applications must be made using the online via the Ministry of Health Careers system and be accompanied by a completed and signed Declaration Form.

Kind regards

The Appointments Team

Ministry of Health

SAHM's Weekly News Roundup: Depressed Teens Don't Get Needed Treatment

Thu, 04 Feb 2016 22:33:52 GMT

In This Issue (click to view)

SAHM in the News
Adolescent Health in the News
- Recent Research
- National
- International
Recent Publications
New Resources Available
Upcoming Webinars
Call for Presentations and Papers

CMDHB Recruitment - Youth Health Quality Improvement Advisor- Primary Care

Thu, 04 Feb 2016 22:30:07 GMT

Recruitment Notice from CMDHB

Do you have experience of working with young people and a strong understanding of project management?

We are currently looking for a Quality Improvement Advisor to join us on a unique project focussed on improving the primary care experience for young people in Counties Manukau. This programme is part of a broader re-design of youth health services for CMDHB and the Prime Minister’s Youth Mental Health project.

In this role you will be responsible for working with primary care practices and a youth consumer advisor to understand their strengths and weaknesses in youth health. Utilising your previous project management experience you will identify and initiate improvement activity using quality improvement methodologies. You will work on improving networks and relationships between primary care, schools, NGOs and other service providers. Due to the wide range of stakeholders you will need strong communication skills to ensure stakeholder engagement and management.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to implement real change and improvement to the youth of our community, whilst also having the opportunity to further develop your knowledge of the health sector and quality improvement methodologies.

We are ideally looking for a candidate with a health related degree, or project management qualification, primary care knowledge, an understanding of the Counties Manukau Health context would be ideal.

http://www.countiesmanukau.health.nz/careers/our-jobs/non-clinical-services/

Many thanks,

Julia

Julia Burgess Shaw

Youth Health I Service Development Manager

DDI: +64 9 263 1388+64 9 263 1388 ext: 5888

M: 021 149 6444021 149 6444 E:Julia.BurgessShaw@middlemore.co.nz

19 Lambie Drive, Papatoetoe I Private Bag 94052, Manukau, Auckland 2241

countiesmanukau.health.nz I COUNTIES MANUKAU DISTRICT HEALTH BOARD

Latest from Recreate NZ - February 2016

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 02:25:36 GMT

Recreate NZ

"Dedicated to providing life changing experiences for youth with disabilities"

Click here to view Newsletter

Click here to go to website

Registrations now Open for the 2016 Collaborative Trust Hui

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:58:42 GMT

Collaborative Trust Hui

Registrations Now Open!

There is a range of great workshops on offer aimed at extending skills for youth development and wellbeing. Create your own workshop schedule by selecting the workshop(s) that best meets your needs!

Date: Friday 8 April and Saturday 9 April 2016

Venue: Rydges Hotel, Latimer Square, Christchurch

Registration: Early Bird Pricing available until 8 March!

Click here for more information

Disability Connect E-Bulletin Jan 2016

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:32:38 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 25^th January 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Emmanuel Support Family Camp 19-21 February 2016
New $20 charge for professionals attending Disability Connect Seminars
Disability Support Guide available from Disability Connect in English, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Arabic
Manawanui in Charge – “My Life, my Way” – 8^th March 10am-2pm Ponsonby
Disability Connect seminars in February - Education Legal, Work and Income Supports and Individualised Funding - save the dates!
Altogether Autism Conference 19-20 July 2017 in Auckland – Save this Date!
FACS NZ-Foetal Anti-Convulsant Syndrome (FACS) - a new organisation in the disability sector
Young Adult Research Participants wanted - University of Auckland - study involving EEG for ASD adults and possibly young adult. This study aims to help improve diagnosis and treatment for individuals with ASD.

e-bulletin 25 January 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 9^th February 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

FPA - JADELLE IMPLANT NOW ONLY $5 FOR WOMEN UNDER 22

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:27:10 GMT

Recent News from FPA - go to their website for more information.

FPA have a great offer for young women thinking about getting a long-acting but reversible contraceptive implant. From 1 December, women who are New Zealand residents and are under 22 years of age will pay just a $5 dispensing fee* for their Jadelle implant.

Previously all clients were charged a $17 dressing fee.

“We have listened to the voice of our clients who tell us that the $17 dressing fee is a barrier to having an implant. We have decided to remove this charge for under 22 year olds and Community Service Card holders and absorb the cost ourselves,” our Chief Executive Jackie Edmond says.

“We want women to be able to choose the contraceptive that is best for them – without being worried about cost or being unable to pay. We know this fee was a real issue for some women.”

There’s good news for Community Service Card holders too, who will pay just $5 for each of their appointments and the $5 dispensing fee. Women without a Community Services Card will pay $27 for each of their appointments, the $5 dispensing fee and a $10 dressing fee.

Women interested in the Jadelle contraceptive implant can call their nearest Family Planning Clinic or use the “Ask for an Appointment” form on our website.

FPA - Child's Sexuality Education, How you can have your say

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:23:34 GMT

Knowing what is taught to your child during sexuality education classes can be helpful to you as a parent, and help your child’s learning.

It’s common for parents and guardians to have mixed feelings about sexuality education – the desire for a child to feel prepared for the changes ahead can be mixed with sadness that a child is growing up.

Many parents are reassured by knowing what will be taught to their child during sexuality education and when certain topics will be introduced.

State and integrated schools in New Zealand must consult with their local community every two years about the content of the health and sexuality education they plan to teach.

Click here to view more

The State of World Population report 2015

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:10:50 GMT

UNFPA - SHELTER FROM THE STORM

A transformative agenda for women and girls in a crisis-prone world

Delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled.

UNFPA remains committed to the full realization of the sexual and reproductive health and rights of all women and girls, wherever they live, and under all conditions, crisis or otherwise, at all times. The surfeit of conflicts and disasters all around us today means that UNFPA is delivering a larger share of its services in crisis settings.

When women and girls can obtain sexual and reproductive health services, along with a variety of humanitarian programmes that deliberately tackle inequalities, the benefits of interventions grow exponentially and carry over from the acute phase of a crisis well into the future as countries and communities rebuild and people reclaim their lives.

Together we must strive for a world where women and girls are no longer disadvantaged in multiple ways but are equally empowered to realize their full potential, and contribute to the development and stability of their communities and nations—before, during or after a crisis.

Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin

United Nations Under-Secretary-General and

Executive Director

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund

Click here to download full report

MOE - Updated sexuality education guide for schools released 28 May 2015

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:06:53 GMT

The Ministry of Education has released an updated guide for schools on teaching sexuality education.

Deputy Secretary for Student Achievement, Dr Graham Stoop, says for the first time, the guide directly addresses issues of consent, coercion, and cultural differences.

“Schools told us they want to be able to equip their students with the right skills to navigate relationships with others, and to keep themselves safe.

“We understand this can be a difficult subject, so we’ve also produced a brochure for parents. It tells them what their children are likely to be taught, and at what age, and how parents can express their views.”

Dr Stoop says the revised guide is aimed at helping encourage problem solving and decision-making for students in relation to sexual activity, as well as assertiveness skills and identifying pressures from others.

“The guide has been produced with the help of schools, education groups and professionals, and health experts.

“It outlines the importance of recognising sexual diversity. Schools should be mindful of diverse student viewpoints when planning classes.

“Research shows that when students feel their personal values are treated with respect by their peers and schools, they stay at school longer and achieve more.

“While sexuality education is a compulsory part of the health curriculum, schools are free to decide how they teach it, in consultation with their school community. They must consult every two years on how they teach it.”

The new guidelines can be found here: http://health.tki.org.nz/Teaching-in-HPE/Policy-guidelines

The parent brochure can be found here:

parents.education.govt.nz/primary-school/learning-at-school/sexuality-education/

parents.education.govt.nz/secondary-school/learning-at-school/sexuality-education/

MOE - Student Wellbeing

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:02:18 GMT

Student wellbeing

National mentoring service for Māori and Pasifika students
Bullying prevention and response
Guidelines for reporting child abuse and neglect
Education service for youth courts
Information on international and exchange students
Supporting young people with stress, anxiety or depression

Click here to view more

RNZCGP - Longitudinal study of e-cigarette use and onset of cigarette smoking among high school students in Hawaii

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:55:52 GMT

Research Paper

Longitudinal study of e-cigarette use and onset of cigarette smoking among high school students in Hawaii

Click here to view more

NZNO Library

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:52:04 GMT

Latest additions to the Library

Borrowing Books

Ask a Librarian Form or Email: Library@nzno.org.nz

Books can be borrowed by NZNO members, for a period of 4 weeks.
All books are couriered to you, so please provide your street address when requesting items.
We also ask that you bear the cost of couriering the books back to us. Wellington borrowers are welcome to visit the library to collect or return books.
The NZNO library has other titles in addition to the ones listed below so please contact us and we will check our catalogue for you

Click here to view link

College Of Nurses Aotearoa NZ - News bulletin 28 January 2016

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:47:48 GMT

Welcome to the College of Nurses Aotearoa News Update.
No. 285 27 January 2016 - (click link to view)

International - NB Medical Hot topics Primary Care Nurse Course

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:41:33 GMT

NB Medical will be presenting this NEW course at the Primary Care Nursing Expo 2016 in London on 3rd February - why not come along and sample the 1 hour taster session?

To tie in with Nurse Revalidation we are delighted to introduce for 2016 our NEW 'Hot Topics' Primary Care Nurse Course.

For many years Primary Care Nurses and Nurse Practitioners have attended our extremely popular Hot Topics GP Update Course with their GP colleagues and in response to numerous requests we have now developed a one day course specific to your needs, at an introductory rate of £150, the most cost effective rate on the market! The course is specifically designed to help you to give your patients better care and to help you with your revalidation needs and is suitable for all Primary Care Nurses, it will provide an essential update including:

chronic disease management, e.g. cardiovascular, asthma/COPD, diabetes etc
minor illness and minor injuries
acute problems and recognition of the sick patient
contraception and women's health
vaccinations
safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
wound management and skin care
mental health

The NB Medical 'Hot Topics' for Primary Care Nurse Course will be held in:

London - Friday 22nd April 2016
Manchester - Tuesday 7th June 2016
London - Wednesday 22nd June 2016

YCAP Newsletter January 2016

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:37:40 GMT

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to the first edition of the YCAP newsletter for 2016.

Here's what you will find in the newsletter this month:

Privacy and information sharing
Reminder: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder consultation is closing soon
Learner licences help offenders change direction
Smashed n' Stoned? training workshops available around the country
Rangatahi Leadership Programme
Culturally approporiate mentoring in New Zealand
New book: "Through the eyes of a foster child: My childhood in over 30 New Zealand homes"

Click here to view Newsletter

SAHM’s Adolescent Health News Roundup for January 22-28.

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:32:58 GMT

In This Issue

SAHM in the News

Adolescent Health in the News

Recent Research

National

International

Recent Publications

New Resources Available

Conference Announcements

Click here to view Newsletter

Call for Nominations for the Child Youth & Youth Mortlaity Committee

Thu, 28 Jan 2016 04:34:06 GMT

Hello all
Please find below a link to a call for nominations for three committee members for the Child and Youth Mortality Review Committee.
Please distribute this call throughout your networks.
We welcome both nominations of appropriate candidates and direct applications.
Please contact me if you require any further information.

Please note the closing date is Friday, 4 March 2016.

http://www.hqsc.govt.nz/our-programmes/mrc/cymrc/news-and-events/news/2435/.

Many thanks
Kind regards

Dez McCormack
Committees Co-ordinator
Mortality Committees
Health Quality & Safety Commission
DDI: 04 901 606004 901 6060
E: dez.mccormack@hqsc.govt.nz

CALL TO ACTION: Make a submission to the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee

Thu, 28 Jan 2016 04:25:15 GMT

Tēna koe friends and colleagues,

The Minister of Finance released his draft 2016 Budget Policy statement late last year, without any specific mention of tobacco, other than to inflate its price with usual CPI adjustments. The Finance and Expenditure Select Committee has called for submissions on the draft.

SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE THIS FRIDAY.

Please find attached the Smokefree Coalition’s submission and feel free to use it as a template or starting point for your own.
It is vital we remain a united voice for action toward the Smokefree 2025 Goal, advocating the most proven effective measures – such as substantial price increases – to our government. Alternatively, if you do not have the resources to make a submissions on behalf of your own organisation, please confirm that you would like to co-sign with me the submission of the Smokefree Coalition.

Hearings for these submissions are presently scheduled for February 10^th and as you can see, I have requested to present the Smokefree Coalition’s submission in person.

PLEASE PENCIL THIS DATE AND DELEGATE REPRESENTATIVES TO ATTEND THIS HEARING IN SUPPORT.

LET’S SHOW GOVERNMENT OUR UNITY IN CALLING FOR THIS TOBACCO CONTROL MEASURE.

To read the 2016 Budget Policy Statement click here: http://www.parliament.nz/resource/en-nz/51DBHOH_PAP68148_1/fab0fe4a8a122391501950705f2fa26a883e24d6

To make your submission online click here: http://www.parliament.nz/en-nz/pb/sc/make-submission/51SCFE_SCF_00DBSCH_OTH_68151_1/budget-policy-statement-2016

Click here for word document

If you have questions regarding the submission and its recommendations, please do not hesitate to call me.
Thank you very much for your support.

Take care,
Prudence
Dr Prudence Stone,
Executive Director, Smokefree Coalition
PO Box 12-084 | 203 -209 Willis St, 4th floor
04 801 930804 801 9308 | 027 648 2020027 648 2020 | director@sfc.org.nz | www.sfc.org.nz

____________________________________________________

Werry Centre - Never too Late to Learn

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:34:44 GMT

Post-graduate Courses in Youth Health at the University of Auckland

Do you work with young people? Are you interested in upskilling to make a difference in their health and wellbeing? The post-graduate courses in Youth Health offered at the University of Auckland are specifically designed for this: to provide health professionals with the knowledge and skills to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of young people.

There are five courses, four of them available in 2016. All are internally assessed, and all are worth 15 points toward a postgraduate qualification. On-campus study days are held at the Tamaki Campus, University of Auckland.

Clinical Skills (PAEDS 712) – Semester One 2016

An applied clinical course which aims to extend and develop professionals’ knowledge and skills in engagement, assessment and intervention in order to work effectively with young people.
Dates: 9th & 10th March 2016, 27th & 28th April 2016

Course coordinator: Terry (Theresa) Fleming Email: t.fleming@auckland.ac.nz

Population Youth Health (POPHLTH 732) – Semester One 2016

A course examining youth health from a broader population perspective. It introduces key concepts in population youth health and utilises an evidence-based approach, with examples from New Zealand practice, to consider how youth health can be improved in communities and populations.

This course is offered online with one study day on campus.

Date: 27th May 2016

Course coordinator: Bridget Farrant Email: Bridget.Farrant@middlemore.co.nz

Youth Health Practicum (PAEDS 722) – Semester One 2016

An additional course building on the generic knowledge and clinical skills taught in PAEDS 712, to provide advanced knowledge and skills in a specialist area of youth care. The specialist areas currently offered include the management and care of adolescents and young adults with a chronic health condition, or of those with cancer.

Please note: PAEDS712 is a prerequisite for this course, or can be taken together with it. The course is restricted to professionals working in a relevant clinical setting.

Dates: 23rd March, 21st April, 22nd April, 31st May 2016

Course coordinator: Heidi Watson Email: heidi.watson@auckland.ac.nz

Health, Education and Youth Development (PAEDS 719) – Semester Two 2016

A course for health professionals working, or considering working, in secondary schools. It provides an understanding of the interface between health and education and how to work effectively within schools, and of the dynamics of successful team-work and yourself as a team player. In 2016 the course is offered partly online with two study days on campus.

Dates: July 29th, October 14th 2016

Course coordinator: Sue Grant Email: s.grant@auckland.ac.nz

A further course is offered every second year and will next be available in 2017:

Youth Health Leadership (PAEDS 720) – Semester Two 2017

Do you want to make a real difference in youth health? This course aims to help you develop knowledge and skills for developing or leading new youth health projects in clinical, research or policy areas. It is ideal for those who have completed previous courses or are working in youth health and want to make innovations or new ideas happen.

Dates: to be announced
Course coordinator: Terry (Theresa) Fleming – Email: t.fleming@auckland.ac.nz

Check out the pamphlet for further information and contact any of us, we would be delighted to hear from you!

- See more at: http://www.werrycentre.org.nz/news/never-too-late-learn#sthash.geLtQHlM.dpuf

MOH - New Executive Leadership Structure

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:28:34 GMT

News article

18 December 2015

On 17 December 2015, the Ministry of Health announced details of their new executive leadership structure.

Changes to the structure will enable the Ministry to support customers and the health sector to face the challenges of changing demographics, changing burden of disease, and rapid changes in technology. Importantly, it will also enable Ministry staff to drive and support the health and disability system to achieve the goals of the New Zealand Health Strategy.

The Ministry’s updated executive leadership structure will take effect on 1 March 2016.

View the Ministry executive leadership team structure (PDF, 1.05MB)

Supporting LGBTI youth - MSD

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:24:18 GMT

Supporting LGBTI youth

17 December 2015.

As a population group, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and inter-sex young New Zealanders are at significantly higher risk of bullying, discrimination and poor mental health outcomes. There is a range of exciting work underway focused on supporting this population group.

On this Page:

Release of 'Inside Out' resource

Release of Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand

Release of 'Inside Out' resource

Inside Out was produced through a collaboration between Rainbow Youth, Curative and CORE Education (the collaboration) using a co-design process which involved 75 young people.

The resource is designed for use in classrooms, to increase understanding of and support for sex, gender and sexual diversity. It is also suitable for use in community forums for young people. The resource challenges unhelpful social norms and encourages critical thinking to foster an environment where all young people belong.

Inside Out is designed to support objectives of the NZ curriculum including the health curriculum, and help schools respond to the new Sexual Health Guidelines released by the Ministry of Education in May 2015.

The resource consists of video clips, supported by teaching resources, a website and training workshops for users. Rainbow Youth is working in partnership with local organisations to provide training to ensure safe use of the resource and increase local capability and ownership.

View the Inside Out resource

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Release of Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand

On 14 November 2015, Hon Nikki Kaye, the Minister for Youth, released the cross-agency response Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand, alongside $150,000 to support the LGBTI youth sector.

The response follows the Ministry of Youth Development-led consultation that took place across the LGBTI community and highlights key work underway across government that supports LGBTI young people.

It is the start of an important conversation about ways that government can continue to support LGBTI young people in New Zealand.

View Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand

The Collaborative Trust Update - Jan 2016

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:19:11 GMT

On behalf of the Collaborative Trust I would like to wish you a happy new year and thank you for your commitment to assisting the healthy development of young people! We look forward to bringing you more information and opportunities to enhance the wellbeing of our young people in the New Year!

Sue Bagshaw
(Director)

The Collaborative Trust Update

FREE Webinar: Preparing Youth to Thrive - The Forum for Youth Investment

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:16:43 GMT

Preparing Youth to Thrive: Promising Practices in Social and Emotional Learning

Free Webinar

Jan. 27, 3 p.m. ET

We are excited to announce the upcoming release of Preparing Youth to Thrive: Promising Practices in Social and Emotional Learning. This field guide, available starting Jan. 25, shares best practices and collective expertise for equipping the rising generation with the social emotional skills they need to thrive.

A product of collaboration between Susan Crown Exchange (SCE), staff teams from eight exemplary youth-focused programs and the David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality, the Field Guide sheds new light on how out-of-school time programs can develop a clearer understanding about the SEL work they are already doing or hope to do more of.

Come learn more about the social emotional domains highlighted in the guide - emotion management, empathy, teamwork, responsibility, initiative and problem solving - as well as how this guide can support you in being more intentional about social and emotional skill building in your program.

Please contact Kiley Bednar at kiley@cypq.org with any questions.

Find out more and register now.

Disability Connect E-Bulletin Jan 2016

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:13:47 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 11^th January 2016. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

December Networker Magazine – topic ‘Education Choices: Mainstream and Special Schools’
Altogether Autism Conference 19-20 July 2017 in Auckland – Save this Date!
Manawanui in Charge – “My Life, my Way” – 8^th March 10am-2pm Ponsonby
Myers Park Medley - accessible music/art/fun/entertainment event!! Sunday 28^th February 2016, 12–5pm
Manukau Live Steamers – Waitangi Day FREE event 6^th February 2016 from 11am
Disability Support Guide available from Disability Connect in English, Simplified Chinese and soon Korean and Arabic
Plus loads of interesting articles, links and bulletins from other organisations

e-bulletin 11 January 2016 PDF

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 25^th January 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351

2016 - Happy New Year

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:10:33 GMT

Welcome 2016 - another productive year ahead for great outcomes for Youth.

Please feel free to send us NEWS or post yourself on the Website.

Kids 1st Youth Health Newsletter

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:45:33 GMT

Child & Youth Health Resource & Information Service

Click here to read Newsletters

LInks to Safe Schools resources

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:38:12 GMT

We have launched three new resources;
Guide to supporting a student to affirm or transition gender identity at school
Guide to hosting inclusive school formals
And our new teaching resource for years 7/8 Health and PE
All Of Us

If you would like your very own hard copy of All Of Us please send an email to r.ward@latrobe.edu.auwith your name and school address.

This year alone we have provided professional learning to over 4000 teachers and school staff in 75 schools around Victoria including 30 sessions focussing specifically on supporting gender diversity and students to affirm their gender identity at school.

We’ve also worked with many partners and community organisations who have helped us connect with schools and provide support for students outside school. In particular we would like to acknowledge our ongoing partnership with Minus18 who are an amazing source of information and support for LGBTI+ young people in Victoria.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making our schools in Victoria safer and more inclusive places for same sex attracted, intersex and gender diverse students, staff, and families. Your work really does change lives and we love working with you all!

Have a fantastic summer and a relaxing break.

Matt, Roz, Joel and Mel

Safe Schools Coalition Victoria

Click here for highlights
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Community Investment Update

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:27:26 GMT

Message from Murray Edridge - Community Investment

Greetings as we approach the end of another very busy year. It seems like I say that each December and I guess that’s reflective of the environment we work in – complex, challenging, and
ever-changing.

As we head towards 2016 I don’t envisage any slow-down in pace. The final report of the Expert Panel on the modernisation of Child, Youth and Family is due with the Minister before Christmas and we’ll be learning more early next year about the future operating model. As Minister Tolley said in her September announcement, there is no quick fix over a few days or months. Whatever the model is, it will require a shift in thinking and the commitment of government agencies and communities over a sustained period of time if we’re to make a difference for our vulnerable children and young people.

Together we’ll continue implementing the Community Investment Strategy. Our regional teams have been working alongside Community Response Forums to familiarise stakeholders with the Strategy and get community input. There’s information in this issue about some of the work underway, and as this is further developed we’ll be talking with providers about any changes and what they may mean for you in the coming financial year.

We will also be joined next year by the Ministry of Youth Development (MYD), under the recently announced changes. I look forward to welcoming our new colleagues into Community Investment and having the advantage of a youth insight and perspective on the work ahead.

So let’s welcome this opportunity to pause and catch our breath, appreciate time with our families and friends, and replenish our hearts and minds for the big work still to be done. Thank you for your partnership throughout this year – best wishes for a very merry Christmas and happy holidays.

Ngā mihi nui,

Murray

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Disability - E bulletin

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:25:16 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 21^st December 2015. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Networker magazine December 2015 edition – topic: ‘Education Choices: Mainstream and Special Schools’ – available in print version and electronic version – request a copy from us and we will email/post to you
Information on various holiday programmes - Janet McVeagh, Lifekidz, Everyday OT, Emmanuel Support Family Camp
Myer's Park Medley - accessible event!! Sunday 28^th February 2016 12-5pm
Job Cafe - meeting the needs of employers and job seekers
Spectrum Care Day Respite Care announcement
Discovery for Teens - The Discovery Foundation runs life skills training and can cater for some disabilities
Ministry of Health review on Physiotherapy practices - tell them the good and not so good
Ministry of Health review of the health system, what healthcare should look like in the future
FASD Action Plan - Consultation round, feedback on discussion document is welcomed
Update on the Disability Action Plan
Scoop articles and other articles of interest
Plus loads of newsletters from other disability sector organisations

e-bulletin 21st December 2015

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 11^th January 2016.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

Youthlaw Newsletter

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:06:55 GMT

Please check out the Youthlaw newsletter below and in particular, the information about the kiwi suspensions. Youthlaw are looking for young people and their supporters who have been involved in ‘kiwi suspensions’ that Youthlaw are interested in surveying.

Please forward to your relevant networks and support the rangatahi you are working with to tell their story of their experience.

Click here to read more

Final reminder about the Redefining Family Conference taking place 13-14 January 2016

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 03:51:45 GMT

Kia ora and greetings from AUT,

As you prepare for that much needed and welcomed holiday break, I wanted to send you one final reminder about the Redefining Family Conference: Growing families through adoption, donor conception and surrogacy, being held on the AUT city campus, 13-14 January 2016.

This conference is significant as it marks the first time that researchers, practitioners, lawyers, and policy-makers from the fields of donor conception, surrogacy and adoption, will all come together as speakers and attendees. At the same time, this conference is for people who have used—or are thinking of using—these modern methods to form their families.

The confirmed conference programme and timetable is now available and attached for your information. I’m very excited about the breadth and diversity of speakers and topics, which collectively brings personal experience, research evidence, a practical touch, and even policy/government input.

For those wishing to attend for a single day only, we have arranged the timetable with you in mind. All of the surrogacy topics are on Wednesday, 13th January; the donor conception talks are on Thursday 14th January; and the adoption-related sessions, which slightly outnumber the other streams, have been placed across both days.

And we have extended the deadline for the standard registration rate, which is now available until 1 January 2016.

For interested persons living outside of Auckland, we have arranged special rates at a local hotel and backpackers (to accommodate moderate and low budgets), both within walking distance of the AUT campus. The establishments, their contact details, and promo codes are listed below:

Establishment	Promo Code	Phone	Website
*The Rendezvous Hotel* 71 Mayoral Drive	1636772	+64 9 366 3000+64 9 366 3000	click HERE
*Base Backpackers* Level 3, 229 Queen Street	ICAR52016	+64 9 358 4877+64 9 358 4877	click HERE
*AUT Student Accommodation* 8 Mount Street, Grafton	AUT2	0800 288 9720800 288 972	click HERE

If you have any other questions, please let me know. And finally, I wish for you and yours a joyful, fulfilling and safe holiday.

With sincerest regards,

Dr Rhoda Scherman

Chair – Redefining Family Conference

FLYERS FOR YOUR CLIENTS OR CUSTOMERS

If you have clients or customers that you think would be interested in this conference, send us an email and we’ll gladly post out some flyers for you to pass out.

EXHIBITION AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

If you or your company are interested in exhibition opportunities, please send an email to info@redefiningfamilyconference.co.nz and we’ll send you a prospectus.

Redefining Family Conference Programme_AUT_13-14 Jan 2016.pdf

AUT events_January 2016.pdf

Recreate NZ

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 03:38:53 GMT

Recreate NZ final update for 2015!

What a year it has been! This has been an exceptional year for Recreate NZ with many achievements and successes both within Recreate and the community we serve. Here is a run down of the highlights.

New Premises
We moved into 48 Windmill Road and a great office area was then created with the generous support of Ian Miller builders and Sticks Building Supplies, with Matt, Nicola and Brent then completing many long nights of painting to finish. An Opening Event was held 11^th August 2015 with Local Board members attending and Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse officially opening our new premises.

Moxie/Vodafone Foundation NZ
The new premises then provided a platform to launch ‘moxie’, our new cluster of interlinked social enterprises providing meaningful work experience opportunities for our young people as they transition from school. This saw the introduction of our valet and cleaning services, and the lease of a 150 tree lemon orchard providing actual skills based learning for our participants. Moxie has been extremely successful and well supported by parents, funders and the young people themselves. Accordingly future growth plans include a community garden, another orchard, and more. Recreate NZ, and Sheridan Jackson in particular are being supported with this new initiative in 2016 through the securing a Vodafone Word of Difference Award, resulting in a grant of $100,000 plus accompanying strategic planning and business advice from Vodafone.

Awards
Recreate NZ was nominated for and successful with many awards in 2015, including:
I AM Auckland Youth Safety and Belonging Award – Matt Alpe;
I AM Auckland Youth Worker of the Year – Matt Alpe;
I AM Auckland Youth Health Award – Recreate NZ;
Volunteer of the Year Award, Christchurch – Curtis Higginson;
Volunteer of the Year Award, Albert-Eden Local Board – Alex Johnson;
NZ Youth Week 2015 Award, Youth Champion – Recreate NZ (nomination).

Programme highlights
The Seeking Summits series of programmes are going from strength to strength with a successful Mt Ruapehu summit attempt in August this year. Recreate NZ and our participants featuring in an episode of Attitude TV the following month. This was a great piece, focusing on the friendship between Tom Carew-Bourke and Mitchell Hartlett-Newlands and culminating in their successful summiting of Mt Ruapehu. The on mountain scenery was stunning on a bluebird day, while the bond between the boys brought tears to many viewer’s eyes.

Another standout programme was our first ever international trip, to the Gold Coast in Australia with 10 young people – with none wanting to leave and all having an absolutely memorable time. Highlights included Movie World, a Wildlife Park, the beaches and National Parks and of course the all-important coffee tour each morning. We are currently developing more international getaway opportunities so watch this space.

The Future
The future is looking exciting. We will look to complete our renovations that include a new kitchen, offering the opportunity to extend our moxie initiative and also promote Windmill Road as a standout disability centre.

The ‘my-breaks’ programmes are gearing up as people get to hear about this opportunity and self-direct their own breaks, with our help! I see enormous potential with this unique Recreate offering.

All in all an exceptional year past and an exciting year to come, bring it on!

Click here to go to website for further information

YCAP Newsletter December 2015

Tue, 22 Dec 2015 23:48:09 GMT

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to the final edition of the YCAP newsletter for 2015.

We have achieved a lot during this year. One of the things we are most pleased with, is that there are at least 33 community plans now in place around New Zealand that focus on, or include a youth justice component. This includes Social Sector Trial plans - many of which have been developed with input from the local Youth Offending Team or equivalent. This is a great improvement on last year and we are really impressed with the hard work and effort you have put into making this a reality.

Our YCAP strategic actions for 2013-2015 have been completed, and we are now developing the next iteration of the work programme. We fill you in on the details below.

The YCAP team wish you a fun-filled holiday season spending time with your family and friends. Relax and enjoy the summer weather and we look forward to working with you in 2016.

And a special message from New Zealand Police:

Most of what we do is designed to help others, so let’s take time to focus on ourselves as practitioners. We have a number of demands placed on us throughout the year and will naturally be feeling tired. So the message is similar to those we spend the year helping:

DRIVING: Pay attention to your manner of driving AT ALL TIMES over the summer break
Share the driving or have regular breaks
Watch your speed
If you have been drinking consider not driving at all
This year the road toll is already higher than last (311 vs 280 deaths). Please take all reasonable steps not to add to that statistic.

Here's what you will find in the newsletter this month:

YCAP Refresh update
Partnering with communities and YOTs
Community spotlight: Counties West YCAP
Consultation open on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Science Advisor appointed for the Justice sector
Data allows Government to identify and protect at-risk youth
What works? Demonstrate your effectiveness and keep improving your practice
Rangatahi Courts receive the Australian Institute of Judicial Administration Award
Changes to Ministry of Youth Development announced
Timely review of whether integrated social services make a difference – from a NZ and international perspective
New evaluation report on community-led 'It's not OK' campaigns
Youth Fund 2016 recipients announced
Celebrating remarkable young people in care

Click here to read more

New alcohol and pregnancy resource and Don't know? Don't drink summer campaign

Tue, 15 Dec 2015 01:37:45 GMT

Greetings,

With the weather warming up and the party season upon us it’s a good time to remind people not to drink alcohol if there’s any chance of pregnancy. As an organisation that supports the key message underpinning HPA’s alcohol and pregnancy work (‘Stop drinking alcohol if you could be pregnant, are pregnant or are trying to get pregnant. There is no known safe level of alcohol consumption during pregnancy’), we’re keen to update you on recent activities, including:

· a new resource for health professionals
· the Don’t know? Don’t drink summer campaign
· upcoming consultation for the FASD Action Plan.

New resource for health professionals – attached
Primary health care teams have a significant influence on women’s decisions about alcohol use during pregnancy. Research tells us that women expect health professionals to give them advice about drinking alcohol during pregnancy but this doesn’t happen consistently. On the advice of our Sector Leaders’ Group HPA has developed a short resource to encourage health professionals to ask women about their alcohol use and advise them not to drink alcohol if they are pregnant or planning a pregnancy (resource attached).

The resource is being mailed out to nearly 6,000 primary health care providers around the country in January, including GPs, youth clinics, sexual health clinics, school health nurses and Well Child Tamariki Ora providers. The resource can also be ordered or downloaded from alcoholpregnancy.org.nz.

Don’t know? Don’t drinksummer campaign
The second wave of HPA’s alcohol and pregnancy campaign Don’t know? Don’t drink started 9 December and will run until June 2016. The online video and banners encouraging women to stop drinking alcohol if there is any chance they could be pregnant will be appearing in a range of digital environments, including Facebook feeds, TV on Demand and YouTube.

During the first wave of the campaign (June to September 2015), the online video was viewed on Facebook more than 151,000 times and generated a lot of discussion. During this second wave, the video will be run over a longer period of time, but will appear less often. This will be backed up by online banners, Facebook advertising and posts, and posters placed in bars and at festivals over summer. Subject experts and well-known New Zealanders will also support the campaign messages.
The target audience is young women aged 18-30 years who drink at medium to high levels. Research shows that this group has a busy social life and interacts with many types of media in the course of a typical day.
You can support the campaign by liking our Facebook page (click here to visit Don’t know? Don’t drink page). Printed resources for local promotion of Don’t know? Don’t drink campaign messages can be found at alcoholpregnancy.org.nz. This includes resources to support health professionals to talk with women about the risks of drinking while pregnant, posters to display in community settings frequented by young women (eg, student accommodation, hospitality venues and tertiary institutions) and evidence and research about alcohol and pregnancy.

FASD Action Plan
To help inform the FASD Action Plan, the Ministry of Health is due to release a discussion document for consultation in mid-December. This document outlines the evidence and key issues around FASD and proposes key principles, high level outcomes and action areas for a more effective response.

The Ministry wants to test these with stakeholders to help drive the direction of the Action Plan and prioritise actions. Questions will be provided to help guide submissions but free and frank feedback is encouraged. Consultation will be open until the 26^th of February.

Contact Catherine McCullough for more information (Catherine_McCullough@moh.govt.nz) and keep an eye out for the release of the consultation document and submissions link.

For more information about HPA's alcohol and pregnancy work programme visit alcoholpregnancy.org.nz or contact Fiona Imlach (f.imlach@hpa.org.nz).

Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season.

Kind regards
Cath Edmondson
Manager, Alcohol and Pregnancy Programme

Health Promotion Agency (HPA)

Health Connections -Events confirmed

Mon, 14 Dec 2015 02:54:24 GMT

Health Connections Training Workshop Schedule 2016

Event	Location	Date	Tickets
Auckland
Introduction to HEEADSSS	Onehunga, Auckland	25^th January	https://introheeadsssakld.eventbrite.co.nz
What Comes After HEEADSSS	Onehunga, Auckland	24^th March	https://introheeadsssakld.eventbrite.co.nz
Youth Health literacy	Onehunga, Auckland	1st April	http://yhlitauckland.eventbrite.co.nz
Introduction to HEARTS	Onehunga, Auckland	26^th Feb	http://introheartsauckland.eventbrite.co.nz
Whangarei
Introduction to HEEADSSS	Whangarei	29^th Feb	http://introheeadssswhangarei.eventbrite.co.nz
What Comes After HEEADSSS	Whangarei	18^th April	http://wcaheeadssswhangarei.eventbrite.co.nz
Introduction to HEARTS	Whangarei	30^th May	http://introheartswhangarei.eventbrite.co.nz
Youth Health literacy	Whangarei	13^th June	http://yhlitwhangarei.eventbrite.co.nz

Introduction to HEEADSSS	Hamilton	14^th March
What Comes After HEEADSSS	Hamilton	2^nd May
Introduction to HEARTS	Hamilton	23^rd May
Youth Health literacy	Hamilton	27^th June

Court in the Act - Youth Justice E-Magazine

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:38:28 GMT

Please see attached the latest Court in the Art - an e magazine for the youth justice community.

CIA Issue 71.pdf

Putting Youth at Center of Efforts to Redesign Learning Opportunities

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:32:31 GMT

A Thought Leader Roundtable on Putting Youth at the Center of Efforts to Redesign Learning Opportunities

Free Conference Call and Discussion - (This is USA based)

Dec. 10, 11 a.m. ET

Authentically involving young people in efforts to reimagine learning in school and afterschool can be transformative, but it's not easy to do.

In this upcoming free thought leadership conversation, join Karen Pittman as she talks with TJ Delahanty, manager of Out-of-School Time Initiatives at Metro United Way in Louisville, and Norman Harris, a young person from Memphis, Tenn. Both cities' efforts to rethink expanded learning opportunities in order to close equity gaps were featured in the recent America's Promise report, Expanded Learning, Expanded Opportunity: How Four Communities Are Working to Improve Education for Their Students. Learn about the impact of young people's involvement in the work, and how to more meaningfully involve students and other youth in efforts in your community.

Find out more and register now.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Network December Newsletter

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:25:19 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

Counting down shopping days means one thing – it’s summer and time for a break! Before you sign off though, spare a thought for our kids with FASD and their families and caregivers at this time. There is no break from FASD and this time of year can be challenging; changes in routines; difficulty finding carers to help; attending functions where people ‘don’t get FASD’ etc. For a family living with FASD, such things can turn calm into calamity in a flash. Lets reflect what they might need from us in the coming year!

Some of these issues will be the focus of the first important FASD workshop announcement attached this coming Feb 2016 - FASD: Moving Forward Workshops with International Guests speakers from Canada, Dr Jaqueline Pei, Associate Professor of Psychology and Ms Tracy Mastrangelo Coordinator of the ‘WRaP’ project in Alberta. There will be four workshops, Whangarei on 16^th, Rotorua on 18^th, Nelson on 23^rd and Christchurch on 25^tt Feb. At such a minimal cost to attend!

Also attached is an opportunity to attend the 3^rd Positive Path International Conference in January which includes Professor Elizabeth Elliott from Australia speaking on FASD. Earlybird registration rates for this conference end on 12 Dec.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) workshops.pdf

Positive Path Int 26-27 Jan Conference Programme and Registration Form.pdf

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Australian 4 Corners Documentary on FASD

http://www.abc.net.au/4corners/stories/2015/11/02/4341366.htm

The Australian documentary TV show “Four Corners” aired an in-depth program on families living with FASD titled “Hidden Harm.” The show description reads: “In this confronting story, we take you into the lives of three everyday Australian families grappling with the consequences of drinking in pregnancy. The children face a devastating range of problems, from behavioral issues to learning difficulties… Best projections indicate it could affect more than half a million Australians.”
- ABC TV, Australia.

Beer industry adverts to target women

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=11548578

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Ngā mihi nui

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037(09) 520 7037 (09) 520 7037(09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Online training on the basics of the Privacy Act and the Health Information Privacy Code.

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:18:47 GMT

Online training on the basics of the Privacy Act and the Health Information Privacy Code. This training is a great way to educate doctors on the their rights and obligations when it comes to personal information.

It’s online, so people can dip in and out when it suits them, and it’s free. It’s a great way to stay on top of legal privacy obligations. You can sign up for the various education modules at www.privacy.org.nz/e-learning.

Attached are a couple of PDFs of some cards we recently had designed.

OPC eLearning card 1.pdf

OPC eLearning card 2.pdf

If you have any questions, please contact:
Sam Grover
Communications Adviser

Office of the Privacy Commissioner Te Mana Matapono Matatapu
PO Box 10094, The Terrace, Wellington 6011
Level 8, 109-111 Featherston St, Wellington, New Zealand
P +64 4 494 7081+64 4 494 7081 +64 4 494 7081+64 4 494 7081
M +64 21 959 050+64 21 959 050 +64 21 959 050+64 21 959 050
E sam.grover@privacy.org.nz
www.privacy.org.nz

Auckland Communities Foundation December Newsletter

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 19:08:56 GMT

Live Auckland, Love Auckland, Give Auckland

Season’s Greetings to all our donors, friends, supporters, and ACF Whanau.

As 2015 draws to a close we can reflect on a year of growth and change at Auckland Communities Foundation. Our family of donors and the funds under our management have increased significantly, as people understand what we do and how we can help people to more effectively help others. ACF’s endowment funds are becoming popular as they are an appealing way of giving both now and long into the future.

We’ve been looking at how philanthropy contributes to making cities great, what drives individual philanthropy and the issues which philanthropists are concentrating on both here and internationally. The results of our research will be released over the coming year and the aim is that this will serve to inform and inspire Aucklanders to give in support of community development.

Read the full article here.

For more information on grants or community projects click here

NZNO Medico Legal Seminar

Thu, 26 Nov 2015 01:19:59 GMT

"Facing Virtual Reality"

Digital Media-Impact on Practice

Managing professional and personal safety in a changing world

Please find attached a flyer advertising the NZNO Medico Legal Seminar to be held at Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre, Mt Wellington, Auckland on Wednesday 10 February 2016. Registration and programme on line www.nzno.org.nz. Numbers are limited.

Click here to open flyer

Ready By 21 - The Forum for Youth Investment

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:29:20 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

In This Issue:

Forum Happenings
Adolescent Health
National Meeting
Collective Impact

E-Skills Plus - Develop your skills

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:25:22 GMT

Link to the Werry Centre E-Skills plus site: http://realskills.zestmedia.co.nz/

Real Skills Plus ICAMHS is a competency framework that describes the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that a practitioner needs in order to work with infants, children and young people that have moderate to severe mental health and/or alcohol or other drug (AOD) difficulties, their whanau and their community.

Click here for more information.

If you would like more information about E-Skills Plus please contact me at Werry Centre.

Kind Regards

Bronwyn Pagey

Project Manager

Email: b.pagey@auckland.ac.nz

Mauri Ora: Realising Maori Potential with Professor Sir Mason Durie

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:21:20 GMT

Don't miss the chance to see one of our most popular speakers. It's not too late to enrol!

Mauri Ora: Realising Maori Potential with Professor Sir Mason Durie

Thursday 26th November

This seminar will focus on attitudinal shifts by the incorporation of Maori values and Maori world views into education, health, and social services. It will help professionals understand more fully the issues that need to be addressed and what is actually happening in this area. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of Maori values and how these can be incorporated into professional practices in order to develop the potential of Maori.

Click here for more information

The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Network Aotearoa

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:09:51 GMT

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST, CLINICAL TRIALS WORKING GROUP

The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Network Aotearoa supports a series of working groups, involving a diverse range of health and voluntary sector professionals. They provide advice, recommendations and action plans on specific areas of service delivery across the continuum of cancer care for the AYA population (12 to 24 years).

Improved research and participation in clinical trials is pivotal to attaining better long-term outcomes for young people with cancer. In New Zealand we have a low accrual rate onto clinical trials for the AYA population.

The focus of the Clinical Trials Working Group is to explore and support the development of strategies and tools to improve/support access to participation onto clinical trials for AYA cancer patients.

We are looking for interested representatives from the following professional groups or organisations:

 Paediatric Oncologist/Haematologist

 Adult Oncologist

 Adult Haematologist

 Clinical research representatives - Paediatrics and Adults

 Funding/Planning/Management

 AYA Key Worker

 Regional representation

 Nursing

Working group members would be expected to demonstrate active involvement and attendance at the majority of meetings held. This will be an annual face-to-face meeting and 6-8 weekly video/teleconferences.

For more information and/or to apply email: info@ayacancernetwork.org.nz or call Heidi Watson, National Clinical Lead on 021 337 129021 337 129 . Expressions of Interest are open from 24 November 2015 and close 11 December 2015.

Open documents below for further information:

AYA Cancer Network - EOI Clinical Trials Working Group.pdf

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM.pdf

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM.docx

Supporting LGBTI Young People in NZ

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 20:59:33 GMT

Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand

14 November 2015.

Today Hon Nikki Kaye, the Minister for Youth, released a cross-agency response Supporting LGBTI Young People in New Zealand.

The cross-agency response Supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) Young People in New Zealand follows the Ministry of Youth Development led consultation that took place across the LGBTI community.

The response highlights key work underway across government that supports LGBTI young people.

It is the start of an important conversation about ways that government can continue to support LGBTI young people in New Zealand.

Link to document: http://www.msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/newsroom/2015/supporting-lgbti-young-people.html

Education Act - Have your Say

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 20:54:01 GMT

Education Act update

Our current Education Act became law in 1989, and a lot has changed since then. It's time to bring it up to date and reflect New Zealand now, and for the future. This consultation presents ideas for change to help us get there.

This public consultation is now open and closes at 5pm on Monday 14 December 2015.

http://www.education.govt.nz/ministry-of-education/consultations-and-reviews/education-act-update/

Goodfellow Symposium 2016

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 20:46:57 GMT

Goodfellow Symposium, 2016 to be held on 18 - 20 March, Vodafone Events Centre Auckland.

Registration is open!

The 2016 Goodfellow Symposium is a worthwhile and enjoyable weekend for health professionals who want to update their clinical knowledge and practical skills, earn CME/CPD points and engage with others in the primary health care industry.

The 2016 Symposium will host our biggest programme yet!

The Werry Centre - Latest News

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 07:55:02 GMT

The Werry Centre is a national centre for infant, child and adolescent mental health, led by Dr Sally Merry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and situated within the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Auckland. It has three arms, namely research, teaching and workforce development. The centre is involved in the development and promotion of evidence-based approaches to healthcare as well as supporting clinical staff and services working with infants, child and adolescents throughout New Zealand.

Staff at the Werry Centre have expertise in many areas of infant, child and adolescent mental health. Please search for us from the complete list below or via the arm of the Werry Centre most relevant to your inquiry. We look forward to hearing from you.

See more at: http://www.werrycentre.org.nz/

Click here for newsletter

SAHM's Weekly News Roundup, Oct 30-Nov 5

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 07:42:53 GMT

In This Issue

Adolescent Health in the News

Recent Research

National

International

New Resources Available

Conference Announcements

Upcoming Webinars

Call for Presentations and Papers

Click here to view

YCAP Newsletter October 2015

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 07:31:23 GMT

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to the October edition of the YCAP newsletter. We hope that you have been enjoying the spring sunshine, and have taken some well-deserved time out with your friends and whānau over the holiday weekend. We have been working hard to come up with a new work programme for the next two years of YCAP, taking into account the issues you raised at the symposia. We're making good progress and hope to brief you on this in December.

Here's what you will find in the newsletter this month:

Community spotlight: Taumarunui Youth Offending Team and DRIVE
A good, early start - ATAWHAI in Gisborne
Effective approaches with young adults: a new UK guide
New statistics on child and youth prosecutions
Release of the New Zealand Crime and Safety Survey
Modernising Child, Youth and Family: Interim report
Launch of the Victims Code
New Zealand now has 40 more youth forensic mental health workers
Alternative Actions in your community

Click here to read newsletter

SBHS implementation of targeted oxygen therapy in an emergency situation

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 07:17:36 GMT

The NZNC requires RNs to hold Intermediate Level First Aid Certificate which includes Basic Life support Skills (Green chart). An updated Standing Order for oxygen for SBHS provided by Dr Fionna Bell.

Dr Fionna Bell

MBChB DipObGyn DipPaeds MPH FRNZCGP

Lead General Practitioner, Enhanced School-Based Health Services,

Youth Health Services Alliance

ADHB - National Hauora Coalition – Alliance Health+ - Auckland PHO - Procare

Standing Orders available to members under Resources page

FASD Update Oct 30

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 07:07:16 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

It is a pleasure to share further excellent FASD learning opportunities plus a chance to have your say about FASD in the New Zealand Health Strategy Update.

Next week

ABC 4 Corners features a documentary on FASD which screens in Australia on Monday 2^nd Nov. Keep an eye out for online access https://www.facebook.com/abc4corners/

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Learning Difficulties and Disabilities Conference features FASD this January

FASD specialist Professor of Paediatrics Dr Liz Elliott from University of Sydney, will be a guest speaker at the International Learning Difficulties and Disabilities Conference on 26 & 27 January 2016 in Auckland.

Early Bird Rate only available until 12 December - $550.00 + GST per person. Book online www.positivepath.co.nz. Group bookings can be made direct registrations@positivepath.co.nz with a 10% discount for 10 or more delegates from the one school / agency / cluster.

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A series of FASD workshops with Canadian FASD Intervention experts in February

In collaboration with Fostering Kids and FASD-CAN, Alcohol Healthwatch is thrilled to announce 4 ‘FASD: Moving Forward’ workshops for New Zealand this coming February. It is our privilege to host FASD intervention specialists, University of Alberta Associate Professor Dr Jacqueline Pei and Tracy Mastrangelo, Project Leader of the Wellness Resiliency and Partnership project (WRaP), an innovative school-based programme for students with FASD.

Workshops will be held in Whangarei on Tues 16 Feb, in Rotorua on Thurs 18 Feb, in Nelson on Tues 23 Feb and in Christchurch on Thurs 25 Feb.

Service providers will be charged $50.00 per person to attend a workshop and those living with FASD and their parents and caregivers can attend at no charge. Registration is essential for all.

Fuller details will be available shortly; Meantime SAVE the DATE to attend an FASD workshop coming to a town near you!

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NZ Health Strategy Update specifies action on FASD

Submissions on the update of the New Zealand Health Strategyare now open for public comment. One of the identified priority actions in the ’Road to Action’ document is to “Lead the development of a plan to improve the health system’s response to children and families who are living with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.” (included under Action 6 - ‘A great start for children, families and whānau’.

http://www.health.govt.nz/publication/new-zealand-health-strategy-consultation ) Submissions close 4 December.

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And last but by no means least a ‘must read’ for all parents, teachers - all of us!

‘I am THAT Parent’ is a post by Karen Copeland dedicated to those who are “THAT” parent and to everyone else it is time to be more curious about “THAT” label http://championsforcommunitywellness.com/2014/11/15/i-am-that-parent/

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Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037(09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

The Ready by 21 Team

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:50:03 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

Tackling Poverty Starts at Community Level

The Collaborative Trust Update

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:43:14 GMT

The Collaborative Trust Update

Keeping you up to date with Collaborative research and training in youth health and development.

Welcome to the latest edition of the Collaborative Update - we have a number of things to update you on this month

Disability - E bulletin

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:39:36 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 9^th November 2015. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Special Children's Christmas Party
Chinese Families Autism Support Group Meeting, 17^th November 2015 - 9.30am-1.00pm, Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland - topic "Sensory Issues"
StarJam - End of Year Concert! 28^th November, 7pm, Victory Convention Centre, Beaumont Street, Auckland
CCS Disability Action - Leading Life Conversations Workshop, 26^th November, 10am-3pm, 14 Erson Avenue, Royal Oak, Auckland - Find out how to capture your ideas about what is important to you and communicate this to others
Spark Centre now has a new name - Mapura Studios
The Health and Disability Commissioner's office - consumer seminar, 4^th December 10am-12pm
Epilepsy Association of New Zealand Information Evening - 16^th November, 7.30pm
Accounting Services available (for families using Individualised Funding)
Child's Play O.T. Holiday Programme January 2016
Plus loads of interesting articles and E-news from other organisations

e-bulletin 9 November 2015 - PDF format

Feel free to email any interesting news or upcoming events to Disability Connect and we will endeavour to include in our next e-bulletin due to go out the week beginning 23^rd November 2015.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

School Based Health Services (SBHS) Quality Improvement Case Studies

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 04:22:32 GMT

The Ministry of Health has today published School Based Health Services (SBHS) quality improvement case studies. You can view the case studies on the Ministry of Health website:https://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/mental-health-and-addictions/youth-mental-health-project/youth-mental-health-project-initiatives/expanded-school-based-health-services-making-difference/school-based-health-services-case-studies

The case studies feature school based nurses from around the country and provide practical examples of quality improvement activities undertaken in different communities.

The cases were developed as part of the Prime Minister's Youth Mental Health Project (YMHP), and support the existing quality improvement framework for SBHS. The framework is a practical tool to assist those planning, funding or providing primary health care services in secondary schools to continuously improve service quality. The framework includes a set of seven principles: youth participation, accessibility, partnership with schools and the community, youth-trained staff, commitment to the treaty of Waitangi, supporting quality holistic care, health promotion.

Each of the case studies is based on one of the seven principles in the framework. There is also video about the "accessibility" principle. The case studies are:

Case study 1: Improving youth participation: Seeking feedback through surveys (Whanganui)
Case study 2: Improving accessibility: training alternative education students to access primary health care (Nelson)
Case study 3: Working in partnership with the community to tackle student hunger at Linwood College (Christchurch)
Case study 4: Training staff to work with youth through student placements (Auckland)
Case Study 5: Developing a whanau -centric model of care in Waikato wharekura (Waikato)
Case study 6: Supporting quality holistic care: Te Kahu Whitiki Kura at Lytton High School (Gisborne)
Case study 7: The Chronic Care Kids Project: better care for young people with chronic conditions at Papatoetoe High School (Papatoetoe)

Please feel free to share the case studies with your colleagues and others who may be interested.

We would like to thank all those who were involved in developing these case studies, and for sharing their stories.

Kind regards

MOH

NZ Health Strategy Consultation

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 04:10:37 GMT

Just a quick note to bring to your attention the opportunity to have your say: The New Zealand Health Strategy consultation is now open.

Consultation closes 5 pm, 4 December 2015.
Further information is available on: http://www.health.govt.nz/about-ministry/what-we-do/new-zealand-health-strategy-update

Quarter of Australian students drop out, new report reveals

Sun, 25 Oct 2015 19:40:37 GMT

One in four Australian students fails to complete a year 12 certificate or vocational equivalent, and 30 per cent of year 7 students are falling behind international benchmarks in reading.

A landmark national study by education policy think tank the Mitchell Institute has also exposed an alarming discrepancy between advantaged and disadvantaged students, and warns the gaps are widening in a "segregated" system that leaves poorer students behind.

Youth Health Conference 2015 - Nov 11-13 Melbourne

Thu, 22 Oct 2015 05:55:33 GMT

With only three weeks to go till the conference don’t miss out on your chance to attend this important event. There is still time to register so visit the website now for full details.

Toward Solutions for Youth Employment

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 08:16:32 GMT

A new study, Toward Solutions for Youth Employment: A 2015 Baseline Report, looks into new areas that can boost the chances of employment for young people around the world:

Digital Age Impact – the technological revolution is fundamentally changing work and relationships, but this shift is unevenly felt across the world.
Skills Gap – in order to fill the skills gap, opportunities for all, especially the most vulnerable, must be improved.
Quality Jobs – quantitative unemployment measurements do not reflect quality of employment and deeper understandings of today’s working conditions is required.
Entrepreneurship and self-employment – Young people are 1.6 times more likely than adults to display entrepreneurial activity and this can be encouraged.

Fascinating report worth checking out. While a global perspective lots of useful ideas for New Zealand

Ready By 21 - The Forum for Youth Investment

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 08:34:17 GMT

READYNEWS

News & resources from the Forum and the field about collaborative work to get young people ready by 21.

Click here to read more

The Collaborative Trust Update

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 08:23:37 GMT

The Collaborative Trust Update

Welcome to the latest edition of the Collaborative Update - we have a number of things to update you on this month:

Call for Abstracts Now Open For the Collaborative Trust Hui 2016!
Interactive Workshops (Submissions Close 1 December 2015)
ePoster Presentations (Submissions Close 1 February 2016)
Brief Research Presentations (Submissions Close 1 February)

Click here to view newsletter

MSD - Community Investment Update

Mon, 12 Oct 2015 10:08:01 GMT

In this October 2015 issue:

Message from Murray Edridge – Community Investment
Community Investment Strategy up-date
Child protection policies
Safety checking phasing
The workforce restriction and the Core Worker Exemption
Modernising Child, Youth and Family
Cross-Government Accreditation trials
Launch of Kiribati Conceptual Framework to address family violence
A call to men
New Zealand ShakeOut
Changes to Family Services Directory

Click here to read more

Disability Connect - Education Legal Issues

Mon, 12 Oct 2015 10:03:41 GMT

Disability Connect is pleased to announce a new seminar in our range: Education Legal Issues. Click here to view the flier. Bookings essential, contact Disability Connect on 636-0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz.

This seminar will be of interest to all families families raising a child with a disability, whether in mainstream or special school environments. Come along and learn about enrolment rights, decision processes around special education, processes around an ORS funding decline, requests to parents for teacher aide funding contributions, requests to parents for funding for student support at extra-curricular camps and activities, stand-downs, use of restraint, and much more.

2015 - Education Legal Issues: A presentation by Nan Jensen, Quinlaw Hosted by Disability Connect

West Auckland

Tuesday 13^th October 7-9pm
Integrated Neurological Rehabilitation Foundation, 2 Claude Brookes Drive (off Edmonton Road), Henderson

Central Auckland
Wednesday 14^th October 12:30-2:30pm
Independent Living Service, 14 Erson Ave, Royal Oak

Central Auckland
Wednesday 14^th October 7-9pm
Independent Living Service, 14 Erson Ave, Royal Oak

North Auckland
Wednesday 28^th October 7-9pm
YES Disability Resource Centre, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany

RSVP: 636-0351 or admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz

Who Should Attend:
The parents of disabled students who are concerned with the support entitlement for their child in New Zealand Schools. This seminar explores the following topics:

Section 9 access to Special School, why is this legally required?
Section 10 appeals to ORS decline
Stand downs – under what conditions are they fair
Clarifying responsibility for the student’s safety and welfare during travel between school and home
Physical aggression and use of restraint
Issue of school requests for funding contribution from parents (to help pay for teacher aide or resources)
School camps and extra-curricular activities – requests from the school that parents pay/provide the support person to accompany that student
Plus a range of other education legal issues

Nan Jensen – Barrister and Solicitor, Quinlaw
Nan has been involved in the disability sector since 1998, in governance, advisory, support parent, advocacy and employee capacities. Two of her four children are on the autism spectrum, and she decided to study law after taking a successful arbitration case against the Ministry of Education to retain ORRS funding for her son. She was admitted to the bar in 2012 and specialises in disability law. She lives in Te Kowhai near Hamilton with her husband, Søren, their children and their dog.

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

Disability Connect - Work & Income Seminars

Mon, 12 Oct 2015 10:00:44 GMT

Disability Connect is delighted to announce another two Work and Income support in Disability seminars at two locations - Henderson and Penrose. To book please contact us on 636-0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz.

Work & Income Support Seminars - For individuals and families raising a child with a disability

Disability Connect is running two seminars in Auckland to explore Work and Income supports related to disability. This seminar is hosted by Disability Connect and will be presented by Vaughan Dodd and colleagues (Work and Income Disability Advisors). Click here to view a pdf of the flier.

This free seminar will clearly explain the types of Work and Income supports which individuals may be eligible for if living with a disability or raising a child with a disability. Eligibility criteria will be explained – also whether particular supports are means tested or not, and income thresholds if they are.

The main Work and Income supports being discussed are:

Supported Living Payment
Accommodation Supplement
Child Disability Allowance
Disability Allowance
Supported Living Payment – Care of Sick and Infirm

Tea/coffee and biscuits will be available from 30 minutes prior to the start of the seminar.

West Auckland
Thursday 15^th October (7-9pm)
Integrated Neurological Rehabilation Foundation, 2 Claude Brookes Drive (off Edmonton Road) Henderson

Central Auckland
Wednesday 21^th October (12.30-2.30pm)
Disability Connect Premises, 3b Olive Road, Penrose

To book please contact Disability Connect on phone (09) 636-0351(09) 636-0351 (09) 636-0351(09) 636-0351 or email admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz

Lisa Martin
C.E.O.
Disability Connect
Parent & Family Resource Centre Inc. trading as Disability Connect
09 636 035109 636 0351
www.disabilityconnect.org.nz

New Global Standards for quality health-care services for adolescents

Sun, 11 Oct 2015 20:17:23 GMT

WHO/UNAIDS launch new standards to improve adolescent care

http://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2015/health-standards-adolescents/en/

6 October 2015 GENEVA - New Global Standards for quality health-care services for adolescents developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNAIDS aim to help countries improve the quality of adolescent health care.
Existing health services often fail the world’s adolescents (10-19-year-olds). Many adolescents who suffer from mental health disorders, substance use, poor nutrition, intentional injuries and chronic illness do not have access to critical prevention and care services. Meanwhile, many behaviours that have a lifelong impact on health begin in adolescence.

“These standards provide simple yet powerful steps that countries – both rich and poor – can immediately take to improve the health and wellbeing of their adolescents, reflecting the stronger focus on adolescents in the new Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health that was launched in New York in September,” says Dr Anthony Costello, Director of Maternal, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health at WHO.

Adolescents form a unique group, rapidly developing both physically and emotionally but are often dependent on their parents or guardians. WHO and UNAIDS Global Standards for quality health-care services for adolescents recommend making services more “adolescent friendly”, providing free or low-cost consultations, and making medically accurate age-appropriate health information available. They also highlight the need for adolescents to be able to access services without necessarily having to make an appointment or requiring parental consent, safe in the knowledge that any consultation remains confidential, and certain that they will not experience discrimination.

“If we want to keep adolescents healthy, we have to treat them with respect,” says Dr Costello. “Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to certain health issues. The top three causes of death among adolescents are road traffic injuries, AIDS-related illnesses and suicide.
“AIDS is the leading cause of death among adolescents in Africa and the second primary cause of death among adolescents globally,” says Dr Mariângela Simão, Director of Rights, Gender, Prevention and Community Mobilization at UNAIDS. “All adolescents, including key populations, have a right to the information and services that will empower them to protect themselves from HIV.”

Not only is adolescence a period of life when people are particularly vulnerable to certain health issues, it is also a time when critical behaviours are shaped that will affect health in the future.

“So many behaviours – healthy or unhealthy – that impact the rest of our lives begin in adolescence,” adds Dr Costello. “The health sector cannot stand there and tell people they are sick because of the ways they use tobacco and alcohol, and their attitudes to diet and exercise, if it does not do a better job of helping people develop healthy habits as adolescents.”

Society Adolescent Health & Medicine Sep 18 - 24 Issue

Tue, 06 Oct 2015 02:19:50 GMT

Pleased to share with you SAHM’s Adolescent Health News Roundup for September 18-24.

“Drawing a Picture: Adolescent Centered Medical Homes”.

Tue, 06 Oct 2015 02:15:21 GMT

Sharing with you the latest youth-driven video collaboration from the UMHS Adolescent Health Initiative (AHI).

Youth from AHI’s Teen Advisory Council (TAC) created a three-minute video, “Drawing a Picture: Adolescent Centered Medical Homes”. The video illustrates many of the ways that primary care practices and other health centers can make sure that their space is adolescent-friendly. Through whiteboard illustration by Karen Guan, an Ann Arbor high school student, local TAC members Clara, Brandon, Felipe, and Juli explain what makes them feel welcome when they go to the doctor’s office. This video allows healthcare professionals to hear directly from youth about some of their priorities for an adolescent centered medical home.

Please feel free to share this resource with providers and healthcare professionals in your community!

Presentations on support practices for Transgender

Wed, 23 Sep 2015 05:02:05 GMT

Members check out presentations on Transgender recently given by:

Dr Simon Denny and Rachel Johnson - Centre for Youth Health (presentation located in Special Interest Group - Transgender).

Feel free to chat, share ideas, and network

Dr Vicki Shaw, Dr Simon Denny, & Dr Tania Pinfold - case studies, Youth 2012 report, and snapshot of region (presentation located in Resources - Youth Health Presentations

Feel free to chat, share ideas, and network

No correction, no retraction, no apology, no comment: paroxetine trial reanalysis raises questions about institutional responsibility

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 09:37:12 GMT

This is fascinating - the fall-out from the re-analysis of study 329 continues.

See this latest feature from the BMJ.

The Werry Centre - Latest News

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 21:31:20 GMT

See Latest News for Mental Health

Recreate NZ Newsletter

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 21:27:20 GMT

Please find below the link to our latest programmes newsletter – Recreate NZ Term 4 Newsletter.

In it you will find details on all upcoming programmes for:

Juniors

Youth

Young Adults

Also included is an article on our recent successful summit attempt on Ruapehu, review of our Opening night, Staff profiles, Sponsor logos and much more..

Click here for our Term 4 Newsletter.

Enjoy !!

Kind regards

Your Team @ Recreate NZ

48 Windmill Road,

Epsom, Auckland 1023

P.O Box 67-041,

Mt Eden, Auckland 1349

P 09-638-5364

Recreate NZ is a registered charitable trust CC41375

Winner – I AM Auckland ‘Youth Health’ Award – 2015

Supreme Winner – I AM Auckland ‘Youth Worker’ Award - 2015

SAHM's Weekly News Roundup, September 11-17

Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:33:55 GMT

Adolescent Health in the news

Research
National
International
Publications
Resources
Workshops
Webinars

Click here to read more:

New Sexual Health Website

Wed, 16 Sep 2015 09:01:43 GMT

NEW SEXUAL HEALTH WEBSITE TO REACH AT-RISK NZ YOUTH

A new online resource of sexual health information has been launched to bring much-needed information and education to the New Zealand public, and in particular, at-risk youth.

Designed with young people in mind, the JUST THE FACTS website aims to dispel myths and provide simple, up-to-date information about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and related issues to target those at most risk. Research indicates that Maori and Pasifica aged under 25 years have a disproportionate burden of STIs within the NZ population.

Youth Mental Health Project - Update

Wed, 16 Sep 2015 08:59:06 GMT

Youth Mental Health Project - Update

The Youth Mental Health Project is implementing 26 initiatives designed to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people. The project, aimed at 12- to 19-year-olds, is provided through families and communities, schools, health services and is also online.

This update includes some of the health services which may help health professionals assist young people.

Kiwis Craving Advice to Support Troubled Young People

Common Ground, a dedicated website for those helping troubled young people is part of the Prime Minister’s Youth Mental Health Project and developed with collaboration from the Mental Health Foundation, Youthline, Skylight, Innovate Change and Curative.

Dr Theresa Fleming, University of Auckland Psychological Medicine senior lecturer and youth mental health advocate, said the new research showed that communities really want to help.

“Mental health is not just up to the experts. If family, friends and communities reach out, then no-one needs to struggle alone. This research highlights that Kiwis do care, and with a little info and support all of us can make a difference.”

Community upskilling essential say experts and three quarters of Kiwis
8 in 10 said information, tools and tips make a difference in ability to help
Common Ground website NZ’s only resource dedicated to informal supporters

Youth Health Newsletter Sep 2015 - Latest Trends in Youth Health and Wellbeing

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 09:56:19 GMT

Counties Manukau DHB:

Child & Youth Health Resource & Information Service

View our latest newsletter

Newsletter_Vol_16_3_Sep_2015.pdf

Research on Risk & Resiliency in Young Women

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 02:42:07 GMT

I’m a researcher in the School of Psychology at the University of Waikato, with a particular interest in the well-being of young women. I hope that through better understanding problems and the ways young women cope with them, it will be easier to offer services and support that can help.

My current project is: ‘Factors implicated in young women’s self-harm: Risk, resilience and recovery’. This research is on risk and resilience in young women and I’m trying to recruit young women (15-25) to take part in interviews. The exact content of the interviews is flexible, but I’m interested in talking to young women who might be considered to be ‘at risk’, to talk about how young women deal with problems/risks, coping skills etc. (This current project is NOT an evaluation of a specific service; more of an exploration of how young women deal with problems in their lives, what works currently, and how things could be improved in general). I am needing to complete interviews by early December. Interviews are taking place in Auckland, Hamilton and Christchurch.

Please contact Cate Curtis for further information.

Several documents are attached:

a little more information about my background (‘Info for services’)
a flyer for possible participants in Auckland, Hamilton and Christchurch (the latter could also be used for Dunedin and Wellington), which gives just the key information they need to know to capture their interest, and
a more detailed information sheet, to help them decide whether to take part (this would usually be sent to them by me after they’ve made an initial enquiry, but you might find it useful too, in deciding whether you’re supportive of this research, or so that you have more information for possible participants).

If you’re willing to display the flyers but don’t want to have any other engagement, I understand how busy people are these days, and I’d be very grateful for any assistance that you can give.

Risk and Recovery Research Info for Services.pdf

Risk and Recovery Research Participant Info Hamilton.pdf

Risk_and_Recovery_Research_Flyer_-_Christchurch.pdf

Risk_and_Recovery_Research_Flyer_-_Hamilton.pdf

Risk_and_Recovery_Research_Flyer_Auckland.pdf

Dr Cate Curtis

School of Psychology

University of Waikato

Disability Connect E-Bulletin 31st August 2015

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 20:42:19 GMT

All feedback welcome, please email to admin@disabilityconnect.org.nz or ring Gabi on 636-0351
Chinese Families Autism Support Group meeting, 15 September 9:30am till 1:00pm, Social Room, Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland - topic: Transition from School to Community
Steptember! Raise funds for Cerebral Palsy Society
Smallfield Holiday Programme in Three Kings for young adults and adolescents with special needs
Education Legal Issues – seminars coming up in September!
Achieve 2B Survey - A new Charitable Trust known as Achieve 2B is an inspiring intercultural exchange program for young people with disabilities
Individualised Funding (IF) Including Respite Seminars
Squoodles – “buddy tags” child safety alarms
Work & Income Support Seminars 15 October and 21 October
Children’s Autism Foundation “Hands on” workshops and “Dealing with Autism” workshops
TePou “Let's get real disability” - consumer workshop invitation, Albany 9 October 10am to 1pm
Imagine Better Discussion Assemblies 9 & 10 November in Auckland – ‘Connections, Community, Citizenship’
Plus lots of newsletters and articles from other organisations

e-bulletin 31 August 2015 - PDF format

SAGE Research Methods Cases

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 20:20:01 GMT

Publish your research methodology as a case study with SAGE!

Would you be interested in publishing a peer-reviewed case study about your experience of conducting research in the fields of Health, Nursing or Social Care?

SAGE is looking for authors to write about real research practice: the highs and lows, challenges and rewards of planning and carrying out research in these areas. We are looking for submissions from academics, post-doctoral researchers and PhD students!

Cases will be published on SAGE Research Methods, our award winning online platform. Our existing case collection is available in universities worldwide, including Ivy League schools and top research institutions.

We’re currently commissioning case studies in the Social Sciences and Nursing to join the more than 500 case studies already live on the platform.

Find out more

NZ Nursing Council Update

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 12:10:22 GMT

New competence review process

A new process was introduced at the beginning of July for nurses referred to the Nursing Council for reviews of their competence to practise.

The new review process aims to better assess if nurses meet the required standards of competence for their scopes of practice and, if not, whether they require further knowledge, skills and/or a period of supervision to assist them to practise competently.

The major change is the introduction of simulated practice scenarios as an assessment tool.

SEPTEMBER NEWS - Check out NEWS throughout the month

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 11:41:36 GMT

What's happening out there across the sectors for Youth?

Health
Disability
Education
Employment
Youth Justice
Communities

Share your stories..............celebrate youth centred successes

Latest from Recreate NZ Newsletter Sept 2015

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 11:34:22 GMT

Life changing experiences for Youth with Disabilities.

Click here to read more

State of Care Report 2015 - Children's Commissioner Dr Russell Wills

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 11:12:38 GMT

Why this is called the ‘State of Care’ report. Care has many meanings. Children in the formal custody of the State are “in care.” This report is partly about the state of the care and services they receive. Care also has a more general meaning: to protect someone and provide for their needs. This report is also about how well the State cares for all vulnerable children in this more general sense. CYF plays a lead role in delivering both of these functions.

Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti arahia o tatou mahi.

Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work

Click here for the report

Auckland Community Foundation (ACF)

Mon, 31 Aug 2015 11:05:18 GMT

We’ve had four new funds set up with ACF. The Youthfund is a youth led fund to support and promote youth leadership and initiatives. A new giving group, the Better Beginnings Collective Fund is underway (more from them in the future). Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund has come under ACF’s wing, which is really exciting and will be a long term role in enabling the continuance of Auckland Zoo’s internationally regarded Conservation work. Finally the Rua & Clarrie Stevens Charitable Trust is now part of ACF, with well-known philanthropists Lee & Penny Stevens continuing the 45 years history of family philanthropy with ACF’s support. Click here to read more.

Hilary Sumpter
Chief Executive Officer

Disability Connect E-Bulletin 17th August 2015

Thu, 20 Aug 2015 08:12:47 GMT

Welcome to the Disability Connect e-bulletin for week beginning 17^th August 2015. Click on the link below to access the e-bulletin and read about:

Transition Expo – another huge success this year – bigger than ever before with 370 families visiting! Please contact us with any feedback you might have and keep an eye out for our attendee’s survey in the next e-bulletin
Education Legal Issues – a new round of these seminars in September in Auckland
Individualised Funding including Respite – Another round of these popular seminars starting August in Auckland
Children’s Autism “Sensory Processing Workshops” 22^nd and 23^rd August – Disability Connect will be presenting as well – book now!
Special Education Update Forum 27^th August – further meetings in Auckland, open to parents
Nike’s new shoe for disabilities
Community Inclusion workshops with Ric Thompson in August/September – brought to you by Imagine Better
Plus lots of updated Scoop articles and bulletins from other disability organisations

e-bulletin 17 August 2015 - PDF format

NZNO - The Nursing Pulse E-Newsletter

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 06:55:54 GMT

Nurses - making the difference in Healthcare

To read more open link:

http://nzno.cmail1.com/t/ViewEmail/r/C8A69DA32C841D152540EF23F30FEDED/74F2C07A55F5F86F6CBD507C784BD83B

Resource for young people around exam stress

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 06:18:16 GMT

Here is a super cool new website for young people around exam stress. It is an Australian website but a good tool for High School Students and even those doing uni.

Open link to read more:

http://www.somethinghauntingyou.com/

Changing Minds July E-Newsletter

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 06:15:20 GMT

Changing Minds - Strengthening Self-Determination

Open link to read more:

http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=0ae19a33aecbccc00bd1fbf5e&id=e22823d195&e=43fe155d89

Werry Centre Newsletter August 2015

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 05:50:52 GMT

Check out what's happening and available from The Werry Centre for Children and Adolescent Mental Health........

Open link to read more:

http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=8d1c6e5734aca7d0a6b696144&id=958829c2e8&e=f07ad24ce6

Members - Check out Resources

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 05:33:36 GMT

Keep up to date......................

Standing Orders
Clinical Guidelines
Useful Links
Templates

Let us know if there are more tools or links you would like to access and/or share......

Let's chat to find out more - please post comment

SAHM's Weekly News Roundup, August 7-13

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 04:54:28 GMT

Adolescent Health in the news

Research
National
International
Publications
Resources
Workshops
Webinars

Open link to read more:

http://sherwood-sam.informz.net/informzdataservice/onlineversion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3RhbmNlaWQ9NDk2Mzk5OSZzdWJzY3JpYmVyaWQ9MTAxOTAwODU2MA==

Mental Health Foundation July 2015 E-Bulletin

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 03:41:55 GMT

Mental Health - Give some time for well-being research

Survey
Book Blog - Fundraising and Communications Intern Kate Cherven reviews Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love & Wisdom by Rick Hanson and Richard Mendius.
Latest News including funding opportunity
New NZ research & resources

Open link to read more:

http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/?u=c4f6b2fca0e12e49c424dea9f&id=9bbd03663b&e=c02e0a4e6b

For more information go to: http://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/

LYC plugs the gaps in sexual health education

Janine Ryland — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 07:48:03 GMT

NZ Aids Foundation 11th August 2015:

The LYC website has been re-developed into a one-stop-shop for young gay and bisexual men, offering highly relevant and media-rich sexual health information.

Appropriate sexual education for young gay and bisexual men is non-existent in many New Zealand high schools, and the LYC website is designed to fill this void. Research tells us that, in the absence of relevant sexual education at school or at home, these young men are turning to the internet to learn about gay sex. Internet searches on mobile devices are an easy way to discreetly seek out such information – unfortunately this also means the sources are often porn, which isn’t always the healthiest or safest means of being educated.

Recognising that mobile is the primary device being used for accessing this knowledge, the new website has been designed first for mobile, with tablet and desktop versions being adapted from the mobile version.

The new LYC website, designed by Pitch Studio, pushes the educational value of the previous site even further, with greater engagement and a cutting-edge design. It gives gay and bisexual men what they need to equip themselves to be safe, with highly engaging imagery and videos.

Key elements are the instructional videos featuring real men, with topics such as how to have anal sex and how to put on a condom. These instructional videos are being viewed by 40 people per hour. Research shows that young gay and bisexual men respond well to real-world resources such as these.

The new website also includes relevant content for high-risk gay and bisexual men, with the popular ask a sexpert section answering visitors’ questions about HIV, undetectable viral load and PrEP.

LYC is for all gay and bisexual men, regardless of culture or background. However, we recognise that the voices and experiences of ethnic minorities can sometimes lack visibility in the gay community so the new website includes news, events and blogs that reflect our diverse Takatāpui, Pacific Island and Asian communities.

Novel methods to promote condom use for anal sex as a normal behaviour for young gay and bisexual men are needed now more than ever. For such HIV prevention resources to be successful, they must reflect the wants and needs of the target audience – something that has been front-of-mind in the development of the new website.

Check it out at www.loveyourcondom.co.nz!

Source: https://www.nzaf.org.nz/news-and-media/news/lycplugs-the-gaps-in-sexual-health-education/

FASD Update on Increasing Awareness

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:14:15 GMT

Kia ora FANNZ

A few items to keep you up to speed as FASD Awareness Day on 9^th September approaches. What do you have planned?

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To mark September 9^th FASD Awareness Day, join with Alcohol Healthwatch and the University of Auckland Centre for Addiction Research at the FASD Research and Policy Forum. RSVP is essential. For further details and to register…

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FASD and Parenting Workshop

On September 10^th those caring for a child, adolescent or adult with FASD are invited to attend an FASD Parenting Workshop in Albany Auckland. RSVP is essential. For registration details…

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FASD Seminars with UK’s Dr Carolyn Blackburn Seminars

On September 16^th in Auckland and 17^th in Hamilton Dr Blackburn will address the social and educational implications of prenatal exposure to alcohol and other substances. Find out more...

http://www.positivepath.co.nz/blackburnseminar.html

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FASD and poor support discussed on National Nine to Noon yesterday

Families and FASD experts want it to be classed as a disability so that services to diagnose and treat it, are better aligned and funded. The Radio NZ Nine to Noon National Programme, features caregivers with two fostered children with FASD and FASD consultant Dr Kerryn Bagley

Listen to the 23 minute discussion…__

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Alcohol and pregnancy campaign discussed at GP conference

Watch the Interview on Youtube…

To learn more about the HPA’s Don’t know? Don’t Drink’ Campaign go to www.alcoholpregnancy.org

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Justice for FASD

This Attitude Pictures MiniDoc aired on TV One last month

Watch the full episode now! http://attitudelive.com/documentary/justice-fasd

Ka kite ano

Christine Rogan

Health Promotion Advisor and FASD Project Coordinator

Level 1, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland

*: P.O. Box 99407, Newmarket, Auckland 1149

(: (09) 520 7037 I christine@ahw.org.nz

:: www.ahw.org.nz www.fan.org.nz

Family Planning E-News Update July 2015

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:06:27 GMT

Taming Terrifying Topics is the name of one of our Health Promotion courses. Subtitled teaching pleasure within a sex positive sexuality education programme, the course was thrown into the public spotlight earlier this month when it was discussed at a teaching conference.

Thinking and teaching about sex from a pleasure perspective has been part of our work for close to a decade. Pleasure is part of what people, young and old, hope to experience when they have sex - a positive belief and high expectations are what we want for young people.

In this issue:

Sex positive sexuality education
Our expanded phone consultations
Abortion statistics – downward trend continues

Open link to download newsletter: Family Planning E-News Update July 2015 (55.3 KB).msg

Family Planning specialises in sexual and reproductive health - clinical services • education • health promotion • research • professional training

Visit our website | www.familyplanning.org.nz

Family Planning Information Briefing July 2015

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:48:32 GMT

Information Briefing is produced bimonthly by Family Planning Library. It contains synopses of recently published articles related to sexual and reproductive health, links to useful and educational websites, details of upcoming events and conferences and new materials received in the Family Planning Library.

This issue includes new local research exploring barriers to accessing cervical screening for Pacific women in New Zealand and an Australian study on cancer risk factors for sexual minority women.

We also bring you studies reviewing interventions to increase female condom use, pharmacy prescribing in Canada and how a sample of the Australian population feel about LARCs.

Contact the Librarian for further information

In this issue:

Cervical screening – New Zealand; Australia
Contraception – pharmacy prescribing (Canada)
World Population – female condoms; LARCs

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - International Youth Day 12th August 2015

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:22:58 GMT

International Youth Day: August 12, 2015
The 2015 International Youth Day theme is Youth Civic Engagement. Youth Civic Engagement is the main goal of the UN’s System-Wide Action Plan on Youth, which seeks to promote young people’s effective inclusive civic engagement. Recently there has been more focus on youth civic engagement by governments, UN entities, regional and multilateral organizations, youth advocates, researchers, and young people. (The Lancet Youth, 8/4)

Find out more about SAHM:

https://www.adolescenthealth.org/Home.aspx?utm_source=SAHM-Informz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=default

SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Juvenile Justice

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:20:26 GMT

Studying Deterrence Among High-Risk Adolescents
The Pathways to Desistance study followed more than 1,300 serious juvenile offenders for 7 years after their conviction. The authors present some key findings on the link between perceptions of the threat of sanctions and deterrence from crime among serious adolescent offenders. They also found there was no meaningful reduction in offending or arrests in response to more severe punishment. (Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, 8/5)

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - FOMO (Fear of missing out) and driving....

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:17:31 GMT

FOMO Is Making Teens Terrible Drivers
A new study goes beyond bad behaviors of texting while driving to investigate the motivations behind them. When it comes to teen drivers at least, it appears the culprit is an ascendant cultural plague: FOMO or the fear of missing out. Teen drivers said they feel pressure to respond immediately to texts even while driving and that they can’t help but peek at their phones when notifications pop up in their apps. (Time, 8/4)

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Head Injuries linked to ADHD....

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:14:54 GMT

A New Type of ADHD? Head Injuries in Children Linked to Long-Term Attention Problems Children who suffer an injury to the brain, even a minor one, are more likely to experience attention issues, according to a recent study. Researchers looked at children, ages 6 to 13, who suffered from traumatic brain injuries ranging from a concussion to losing consciousness. They found that those with TBI had more lapses in attention and issues, such as anxiety, a tendency to internalize their problems and slower processing speed. (The Washington Post, 8/3)

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Obese kids a Universal target for Bullies

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:09:14 GMT

Obese Kids a Universal Target for Bullies “Being fat” is seen as the most common reason why children are bullied, a new study reveals. Schools should raise awareness about, and take more action to reduce, weight-related bullying, according to 75-87% of the 2,800 adults survived. About three-quarters of the respondents said governments should strengthen existing anti-bullying laws to include measures to combat weight-related bullying. (HealthDay News, 8/2)

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https://www.adolescenthealth.org/Home.aspx?utm_source=SAHM-Informz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=default

SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Exercise during teens....

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:00:27 GMT

Exercise During Teens Reaps Long-Term Benefits for Women, Study Shows Playing team sports and exercising during adolescence can have long-lasting benefits for women and may even reduce their risk of dying from cancer and other causes later in life, a new study showed. Researchers found that women who were active for just 1.3 hours a week while in their teens had a 16 % lower risk of dying from cancer and a 15% decreased risk of death from all causes. (Reuters, 7/31)

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - HPV Vaccine

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:58:51 GMT

Low-Income Teens Have Best Shot At Getting HPV Vaccine When it comes to getting the HPV vaccine to protect against cervical cancer, teens below the poverty line are doing better than the rest, according to data released by the CDC. Among teenage girls ages 13-17 whose total family income was below the federal poverty line, 67.2% have received the first dose of HPV vaccine, compared to 57.7% for those at or above the poverty line. For teen boys, it’s 51.6% compared to 39.5%. (NPR, 7/30)

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https://www.adolescenthealth.org/Home.aspx?utm_source=SAHM-Informz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=default

SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Most Adolescents Feel Better after Gastric Bypass

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:57:35 GMT

Most Adolescents Feel Better After Gastric Bypass
Teenagers suffering from severe obesity generally feel worse than their peers, but after undergoing gastric bypass nearly all experience improved mental health. One in five, however, still suffers from symptoms of depression, some quite seriously according to a new study published in Obesity. The study is the largest two-year follow-up in the world regarding mental health in adolescents who have undergone gastric bypass. (Science Daily, 7/30)

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SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Adolescent ED Visits for Self-Harm Increase

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:54:57 GMT

Adolescent ED Visits for Self-Harm Increase Self-harm among adolescents is growing, according to a study published in Pediatrics, that gathered information using the National Trauma Data Bank, looking at patients ages 10 to 18 from 2009 to 2012. Results showed ED visits for self-inflicted injury increased from 1.1% in 2009 to 1.6% in 2012. Self-inflicted firearm visits decreased from 27.3% in 2009 to 21.9% in 2012. The most common mechanism in males was firearm (34.4%) and in females, cut/pierce at 48%. (Nurses.com, 7/28)

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https://www.adolescenthealth.org/Home.aspx?utm_source=SAHM-Informz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=default

SAHM Jul 31 - 6 Aug Issue - Eating Disorders Five Times More Prevalent in Transgender College Students, Study Finds

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:43:55 GMT

Eating Disorders Five Times More Prevalent in Transgender College Students, Study Finds

A new article published in the August issue of The Journal of Adolescent Health, the official journal of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, finds the prevalence of eating disorders in transgender college students is far greater than any cisgender man or woman. Transgender students responded that they had been diagnosed with an eating disorder in the past year at an alarming rate of 15.82%. (LGBT Weekly, 8/2)

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SYHPANZ Vodafone World of Difference Fellowship 2015

Wed, 05 Aug 2015 02:12:09 GMT

We are excited to announce applications for the Vodafone World of Difference Fellowship 2015 is open and due to close August 14th 2015! Don't miss out on an amazing opportunity.

The Vodafone World of Difference Fellowship is a ‘step up’ opportunity; a chance for an experienced youth health and development practitioner to invest a year in professional or personal development that will enhance their leadership capability, and contribute to sector capability, practice or policy. It is a leadership development grant of $90,000, which will contribute to more young people (aged 12-24 years) engaged in meaningful learning.

Developed in 2010, the Vodafone NZ Foundation has now supported five World of Difference Fellows looking into rural youth health needs, youth justice, youth governance, youth mentoring and alternative education tutoring.

The Vodafone Foundation has invested over $18.5 million in the not-for-profit sector in New Zealand over the past 11 years, through initiatives such as World of Difference.

Click here for more information and how to apply!

Youthline - GoMobile

Tue, 04 Aug 2015 01:50:44 GMT

Stephen Bell All of the young people who took part in the pilot for our newest e-service offering, GoMobile, saw a reduction in anxiety and depression by the end of the programme.

Txt based counselling programme

GoMobile is all about choice, flexibility and confidentiality. It's a ten week text counselling programme designed specifically for young people with mild to moderate anxiety and/or depression.

To see more go to: http://www.youthline.co.nz/about-us/info-for-media-and-students/press-releases/youthline-launches-new-goforward-range-of-e-therapy-tools/

AUGUST NEWS - Check out NEWS throughout the month

Sat, 01 Aug 2015 05:12:22 GMT

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The Collaborative Trust Update - July 2015

Thu, 30 Jul 2015 05:12:22 GMT

The Collaborative Trust Update

July 2015

It's hard to believe that we are over halfway through the year which also means we are heading towards the last month of winter. In this edition of the Collaborative Update we welcome the second of our Research Reflections which considers the idea of social isolation as a predicting factor in developing addiction. As the countdown to spring begins so does our countdown to the next Collaborative Seminar on 'Text-Message Based Well-Being Interventions'.

For further information http://www.collaborative.org.nz/

MSD - Community Investment Update - 20 July 2015

Mon, 27 Jul 2015 04:49:48 GMT

Community Investment Update

Investing together for stronger communities

Update on ImproveIT Workshops

Please note: This message is for MSD-funded providers and confirms detail of the Infoxchange workshops previewed in the recent issue of Community Investment Update.

We apologise for any inconvenience if you are not the intended recipient.

ImproveIT Workshops – registrations now open

MSD-funded providers are invited to register their interest in attending ImproveIT workshops being run as part of the Capability Investment Resource (CIR) programme of work.

Infoxchange is running a series of ImproveIT good practice workshops over the next twelve months to help MSD-funded organisations select and implement client/case management systems (CMS). The dates for these workshops have now been confirmed.

The workshops are designed for small to medium organisations (i.e., with less than 40 staff using the system). Those most likely to benefit from attendance are the organisation manager and/or the person responsible for selecting a CMS and/or the person responsible for service delivery.

The first three hour workshop will provide participants with:

an overview of client/case management systems commonly used by MSD-funded organisations
a comparison of the functionality of each system, and differences between each
methods for thinking about and documenting requirements for a client/case management system
a range of materials and case studies to help organisations in their journey.

The workshops are also designed to be a useful forum to help build connections with nearby organisations, encouraging peer support and collaboration across the sector.

There are four workshops in the series – each builds on the information previously covered, so it is important that organisations signing up are able to commit to attending all four workshops.

Organisations should be aware that the workshops are not linked to future funding opportunities from the Capability Investment Resource.

Key points:

enrolment is open to small to medium organisations (i.e. organisations with less than 40 staff CMS users)
organisations must be currently funded by MSD
a maximum of two people can enrol from a single organisation
by enrolling you are committing to attend each of the four workshops (two in 2015 and two in 2016)
places are limited to a maximum of 45 (depending on venue size) per location.

To register your interest please email the registration contact (listed in the table below) for the workshop you wish to attend. Please include the name of your organisation, name and position of attendee(s), email address and contact phone number. Please note this is a registration request only - based on availability the contact for your area will either confirm your registration or offer you a place on the waiting list.

Dates and registration details:

Location	Workshop 1	Workshop 2	*Email your registration request to:
Dunedin**	Tuesday 15 September 9.30am-12.30pm	Friday 20 November 9.30am-12.30pm	Tracey.Crawford006@msd.govt.nz
Christchurch	Thursday 17 September 9.30am-12.30pm	Thursday 19 November 9.30am-12.30pm	Tracey.Crawford006@msd.govt.nz
Nelson**	Wednesday 16 September 1-4pm	Wednesday 18 November 1-4pm	Tracey.Crawford006@msd.govt.nz
Wellington	Thursday 3 September 9.30am-12.30pm	Thursday 12 November 9.30am-12.30pm	Roger.Boulcott001@msd.govt.nz
Palmerston North	Wednesday 2 September 1-4pm	Wednesday 11 November 1-4pm	michael.fletcher001@msd.govt.nz
Rotorua	Tuesday 8 September 1-4pm	Tuesday 10 November 1-4pm	Cintina.Miki003@msd.govt.nz
Auckland	Friday 11 September 1-4pm	Friday 13 November 1-4pm	Belinda.Storey001@msd.govt.nz
Whangarei	Friday 4 September 1-4pm	Friday 6 November 1-4pm	Kathleen.KarenaHarris002@msd.govt.nz

* Please use the subject line ‘ImproveIT workshop registration request’ and provide the following:

the city in which you wish to attend the workshop
name of organisation
name and position of attendee(s) (maximum 2)
email address
contact phone number

Once your registration request has been received the contact for your area will either confirm your registration or ask if you wish to be put on a waitlist.

**Workshops in Dunedin and Nelson are funded with the support of the Tindall Foundation.

Work With The RNZCGP On A Clinical Priority

Mon, 27 Jul 2015 04:44:41 GMT

Are you interested in working with the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners on a clinical priority?

The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (the RNZCGP) is launching a new programme of clinical priorities and is seeking proposals from other organisations and agencies.

All RNZCGP faculties and committees, general practices, PHOs, other professional medical colleges, non-government organisations, consumer groups, and governmental organisations are actively encouraged to propose clinical areas and aspects of care for selection as future clinical priorities to work on in collaboration with the RNZCGP.

What is the RNZCGP Clinical Priority Programme?

The key aim of the Clinical Priority Programme is to raise the profile and awareness of clinical areas among GPs and across the primary care sector.

The RNZCGP will carefully select clinical areas and develop a work programme with the key stakeholder(s).

The RNZCGP anticipates that a senior GP will be recruited as a clinical champion and provide clinical leadership for a particular programme. The clinical champion will work closely with the RNZCGP’s Quality, Research and Policy Group to plan, implement, and deliver an innovative programme of work with the key stakeholder(s) that will help GPs and other primary healthcare professionals to improve the quality of care for patients.

The individual clinical priority programmes will vary in length. Some priorities might involve programmes of six to 12 months, while others will comprise longer programmes (eg, three to five years) and tackle issues of higher national prominence.

Examples of programmes might include:

· The RNZCGP and another organisation work collaboratively to promote an important area (eg, patient safety) in general practice.
· The RNZCGP works with a key stakeholder to deliver a series of workshops to primary healthcare professionals across New Zealand.
· The RNZCGP and another organisation work together to provide a catalogue of resources for GPs and other primary care health professionals on the long-term consequences and treatment of a particular disease.
· The RNZCGP works with partners to promote models of best practice and pathways of care, and to develop learning and educational resources.
· The RNZCGP and a key stakeholder work in partnership to develop a toolkit of resources on the management of a particular disease to implement in GP practices.

What to do next

If you are interested in working with the RNZCGP on a clinical area or aspect of care, we would like to hear your proposal for a future clinical priority programme.

Please ensure your proposal includes:

· a brief outline of the work programme;
· how the programme will be delivered;
· the aim of the programme and how it contributes to the RNZCGP’s aims (where relevant);
· the target audience;
· the expected results and outcomes; and
· the expected timeline, specifying the different stages of the work programme.

Please submit your proposal to Jeanette McKeogh, Group Manager – Quality, Research and Policy at policy@rnzcgp.org.nz by Friday, 4 September 2015.

Background

General practice is the range of values, knowledge, skills, and practices required to provide first level medical services in both community practice and hospital settings. General practice includes the provision of both first contact and continuing care, for all ages and both sexes, that is comprehensive, person-centred, and takes into account the roles of family, whanau and community, and inequities in achieving health gains.

GPs comprise almost 40 percent of New Zealand’s specialist workforce and their professional body, the College is the largest medical College in the country. The RNZCGP provides training and ongoing professional development for general GPs and rural hospital generalists, and sets standards for general practice. The RNZCGP is committed to:

· Achieving health equity in New Zealand through: a greater focus on the social determinants of health; reducing the rates of smoking and increasing healthy food options for low-income families; better integration of health and social services; and ensuring that funding for primary care is targeted to the most disadvantaged.
· Improving health outcomes for rural communities through the work of high quality, well trained medical generalists working within multidisciplinary teams.
· Achieving health equity for Maori. Health equity for Māori will be achieved when Māori have the same health outcomes as other New Zealanders. For this to occur, service delivery to Māori needs to be appropriate and effective and ensure equity of access. This does not mean a reduction in service delivery to other New Zealanders, but rather improving service delivery to Māori to ensure fairness.

Kind regards

Jeanette McKeogh

Group Manager - Quality, Research and Policy

The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners

Level 3 ► 88 The Terrace ► Wellington 6011

PO Box 10440 ► Wellington 6143

www.rnzcgp.org.nz

DDI: +64 4 5502828+64 4 5502828 ► TEL: +64 4 496 5999+64 4 496 5999 ► FAX: +64 4 496 5997

Cyberbullying tonight 8.30pm Prime TV

Mon, 20 Jul 2015 19:42:05 GMT

http://www.gibson.co.nz/screen-projects/bullies

Stephen Bell - our newest range of digital counseling programmes are all about choice & flexibility and are in direct response to how youth are now seeking to engage with our services.

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 05:05:01 GMT

Youthline launches new GoForward range of e-therapy tools

Youth development and leadership organisation Youthline is excited to announce the arrival of GoForward, a suite of online products designed for youth support and personal development.

The services include GoChat: the latest Youth Helpline contact point; GoLive: a video counselling pilot programme; GoMobile: a text-based therapy package, and the GoGetter tools: self-assessment quizzes.

See more at .........

http://www.youthline.co.nz/about-us/info-for-media-and-students/press-releases/youthline-launches-new-goforward-range-of-e-therapy-tools/

Contraceptives no quick fix - Dr Tania Pinfold (Rotorua Daily Post)

Mon, 06 Jul 2015 22:18:29 GMT

Contraceptives no quick fix

7:30 AM Monday Jul 6, 2015

Dr Tania Pinfold

Making sure young people have access to choices around contraception, the ability to access it for free and to do so in a place they felt comfortable, are all keys to preventing unplanned pregnancies, according to a youth health doctor.

Rotovegas Youth Health clinical leader Dr Tania Pinfold said a proposal to fit all young women with long-term contraceptives before they started having sex wouldn't work as it didn't address the wider messages around safe sex and respectful relationships.

"I don't think you can make anyone do anything," she said.

University of Otago academics have called for a free contraceptive programme to be made available to teens before they become sexually active. In the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Neil Pickering, Lynley Anderson and Helen Paterson said teen pregnancy placed significant costs on the individual and society.

Dr Pinfold said there was "no doubt" that unintended pregnancy could be a crisis.

"We know that some young women have trouble remembering to take the pill properly, or getting their contraceptive injection every three months. [Long acting reversible contraception] are almost fool-proof protection from pregnancy."

She said the availability of long-acting reversible contraception had added a reliable option to contraceptive choices for women of all ages.

"Whatever the contraception choice might be, medical educators still continue with critical messages about protection from sexually transmitted infections. Teaching young people how to make safer choices and negotiate respectful relationships is essential."

Dr Pinfold said parents would always have a key role in keeping their young people safe.

"They mustn't avoid conversations around sexual health, and need to stay involved in the lives of their young people as they become more independent."

She said Lakes District Health Board figures from the 2009/10 financial year to the 2012/13 financial year showed both births, and terminations for under 20-year-olds had dropped steadily.

Dr Pinfold believed a decision to fund around 900 Jadelle long-acting contraception insertions in under 24-year-olds in the past five years had an impact.

The rods, inserted into the arms, last about five years.

"It is a very good number. Lakes has the highest rate of anywhere in the country."

- Rotorua Daily Post

by Rebecca Malcolm

July NEWS - Follow us through the month

Wed, 01 Jul 2015 05:42:31 GMT

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Change to abortion laws may 'put teens at higher risk'

Janine Ryland — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 01:47:29 GMT

click here to see the NZ Herald Article

Making it law for parents to be informed of teenage girls having abortions would put some girls - and their partners - at risk of serious harm and could lead to girls trying to terminate pregnancies themselves, says a Rotorua doctor.

Rotovegas Youth Health clinical leader Dr Tania Pinfold said she believed a petition for a law change to make sure parents of under-16 year olds were informed their daughter was having a termination would have negative consequences in some cases.

She said there were few school-aged girls having terminations in the Rotorua area and the number had reduced by 25 per cent in the past four years.

"Almost always, a family member is involved in supporting a young person who is considering termination of pregnancy," Dr Pinfold said. "Doctors and nurses work very hard to have this happen, with the consent and participation of the pregnant girl."

She said legislation "demanding" that parents be informed could lead to the risk of serious harm, from the family in some cases.

"If parents had to be informed, girls could avoid telling anyone of the pregnancy for as long as possible, or could undertake risky actions to try and terminate the pregnancy themselves."

Dr Pinfold said there was no perfect answer for all cases.

The petition for a law change was launched by Taranaki mother Hillary Kieft, whose teenage daughter was taken to another town for an abortion without her knowledge several years ago.

Tu Toa Whangarei

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 02:16:39 GMT

Tu Toa Whangarei (translates to Stand Tall Whangarei) is the community based action initiative focusing on Bullying Behaviour awareness and Prevention, funded by Te Punganga Haumaru from Ministry of Social Development and operated out of the Whangarei Youth Space (WYS). Led by a stunning young man, Ryan Donaldson, we are in the middle of the second all day filming on Sunday at the WYS. The goals and objectives of the project is to raise awareness and understanding of bullying behaviour through the following methods.
•    Formation of young leaders group (Group of youth guiding the project)
•    Formation of four community groups (groups identified by project to produce short films)
•    Development of four short films, all based on bullying behaviour and prevention stories produced from the identified four groups.
•    Development of musical piece or song, based on bullying behaviour.
•    Running of festival/event where short films and music are displayed and community is invited.

Excitement is growing as the festival/event is going to be a Red Carpet event at our local Cinema Theatre. All the films, video clips and the journey of the making of these clips, films and the music piece will be showcased.

For any further updates or information go to our facebook page - Tu Toa Whangarei; www.youthspace.co.nz

Students taking the lead in promoting positive action online

Thu, 18 Jun 2015 03:02:50 GMT

This is a group full of enthusiastic youth who are standing up to cyber bullies and their hurtful words. This positive example of young leadership is making an an impression nationwide. Check out the facebook page and the youtube presentation where this team of young people were awarded runner up in the National Trust power awards at Te Papa.

http://sticksnstones.co.nz

New Youth Website - JUST THE FACTS

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 02:46:44 GMT

A new website has been launched aimed at dispelling myths and providing

simple up to date information on sexually transmitted diseases and other

related issues. Research indicates that Maori and Pasific Island youth under

25 years are most at risk of STIs within the NZ population

www.justthefacts.co.nz/

10 Things You Need To Know About Lifehack in 2015

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 19:08:15 GMT

Lifehack was launched in 2013, and is part of the Prime Minister’s Youth Mental Project, which aims to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people. Specifically Lifehack was seed funded by the Social Media Innovation Fund.

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Youth health workforce service forecast

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 19:04:47 GMT

This report looked at how to deliver youth-centred health services mainly in community and primary care settings. It is one of a number of forecasts commissioned by Health Workforce New Zealand (HWNZ) to build a picture of the future health and disability workforce.

Recommendations included:

more workforce training in youth health
better monitoring of young people’s needs
more youth-centred services to increase access for vulnerable and at-risk young people.

access the report here

Teen birth rates at record low

Janine Ryland — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 09:16:14 GMT

Research from the Government's Social Policy Evaluation and Research Unit shows that fewer teenagers are giving birth, and teenage births have declined in all regions except Northland.

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Youth participation key to good decision making

Janine Ryland — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 09:04:07 GMT

Youth participation key to good decision making. Youth development organisation Youthline says it is a priority for communities to facilitate meaningful youth participation.

This was one of the driving forces behind a meeting of Youthline’s National Youth Advisory Group, recently renamed the National Youth Collective, (NYC) last month.

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NZ teenage smoking rate drops below 3 per cent for the first time

Janine Ryland — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 08:48:16 GMT

Smoking among New Zealand 14- and 15-year-olds has dipped below 3 per cent for the first time, as health officials push for new legislation to help teens kick the habit.

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Click here for results on ASH website