Auckland Regional Plan 2006/2007
Foreword from the Regional Commissioner for Social Development
I am delighted to introduce our first Ministry of Social Development Regional Plan for Auckland. This document sets out our key priorities and responses to the needs, challenges and opportunities for this vibrant and exciting region we call home.
Our work is diverse and wide reaching, and this reflects the nature of the region. I hope, whether you read this plan from cover to cover, or just the areas that interest you most, you gain a sense of where there might be opportunities for us to work together either now, or in the future.
Our people within the Ministry in Auckland are our greatest asset. I am continuously inspired by their professionalism, and dedication to supporting the clients and communities they work with every day. I am proud of them and the work they do.
The heart of our key priorities for Auckland is about people, families, communities and working together.
In this plan, we provide opportunities for action in:
- leading social development; providing practical examples of where this is already happening, where there is potential to do more, and improving access and co-ordination of services from the Ministry and other government agencies for people when and where they need it
- helping our children, young people and families in Auckland succeed; giving our children the best start in life, helping our young people thrive and prosper to be our future leaders and contributors to society, and supporting our families to be resilient, safe and secure
- improving opportunities for people of working age; so that they can participate in work and their communities, learn new or different skills to take up or retain jobs, and earn more
- enhancing the wellbeing of older Aucklanders; so that they are able to be as independent as possible, feel safe and secure, and are recognised as vital members of our communities
- partnering with our communities; identifying and securing opportunities where we can make a difference for children, families, individuals and communities in Auckland.
This plan will not succeed unless we all work together to help Auckland be the place where our vision for tomorrow becomes our reality. I look forward to helping realise this vision with you.
Addressing the issues and challenges, and seizing the opportunities that this great region presents us with, in many cases will take time, hard work, and goodwill.
I am confident however, that with your support, together we can make this happen.
Isabel Evans
Regional Commissioner for Social Development
