Report released 20 February 2019

In April 2018, the government agreed to conduct a review of this second phase, the Whānau Ora commissioning approach. This report is the outcome of that review. It provides a brief background to Whānau Ora, describes the current commissioning approach and addresses the core matters posed in the review Terms of Reference. Those matters were:

i. The ability of the Whānau Ora Commissioning Approach to effect sustainable change in the wellbeing and development potential of whānau;
ii. The extent to which the Whanau Ora service delivery model and commissioning approach is accountable and transparent in the achievement of outcomes for whanau; and iii. The applicability of a whānau-centred approach as a useful exemplar for improving outcomes for whānau across Government with an emphasis on the social sector. (From the Executive summary). For more background information on Whānau Ora and for information on the next steps, access the website. Record #6170