Course organiser:Loanne Metcalfe
Presenter:Various
So many youth are in prison in New Zealand. Yet the early years shape the child’s future! Our first two speakers will present the effects of poverty on the health and development of the child. The third session will outline the work of Child, Youth & Family, the fourth with the pros and cons of adoption and discussion of reform of adoption law and the last with the work of Barnardos.
7 Apr:
Prof. Boden, on 'Development pathways to economic outcomes in adulthood': Dr Joe Boden is the Deputy Director of the Christchurch Health and Development Study of the University of Otago-Christchurch. We will learn of the highly regarded 1977 longitudinal study of 1265 children born in Christchurch. Professor Boden has built on the study pioneered by David Fergusson for over ten years and is still conducting research in this area.
14 Apr:
Prof. Reynolds on 'We are losing a generation': Peter Reynolds, the Chief Executive Officer of the Early Childhood Council, will speak on the consequences of at least 1500 Kiwi children being lost to the education system with 70% of youth offenders not engaged with school at all. The statistics (justice, health and education) make a sad indictment. Hear what is being done and why the problem persists.
21 Apr:
Sue Moss and Carolyn KyleSue and Carolyn work in different areas of CYF - Sue with the selection of foster parents and Carolyn with families who have adopted children.
28 Apr:
Erin Ebborn & Anna Venz on 'Adoption and Family Law': Ebborn Law is the largest provider of family legal aid in NZ. The speakers will provide insight into the history of adoption legislation and why adoption is not a popular in NZ. They will also discuss Special Guardianship.
5 May:
Eve Lafferty on 'The work of Barnardos': In speaking about the child and family services of Barnardos Eve will speak about their 'Childrens Safety Programme and give an overall look at the work done with children raised in deprived areas.