Insights from our research, evaluation, data and statistics help us make better decisions about the services we provide for New Zealanders. Use the search tool below to look for these resources on the MSD website.

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Social, psychosocial and employment impacts of COVID-19 in New Zealand: Insights from the New Zealand Attitudes and Values Study 2020/2021

September 2021

This report provides insights into the impacts of the four COVID Alert Levels on New Zealanders’ social wellbeing, and identifies areas where further investigation might be beneficial for decision makers.
Services

Impact of Budget-19 on Sexual Violence Services and the Sector: Baseline Survey

This report sought to identify how the government’s Budget-19 funding has impacted Sexual Violence Service agencies so far, and their plans and expectations for the funding over the remaining two years of their contract.

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Social Development Data application

The Social Development Data application gives an interactive view of the Ministry’s monthly data releases. We intend to expand the application to include more data and accessibility options, more regional views, and enhanced visualisations.

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Current research and evaluation projects

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Statistics

Check out our latest statistics on benefit fact sheets, social housing registers and Student Allowances and Loans.

Research ethics

We're committed to ensuring all MSD research and evaluation meets ethical requirements. Find out about the independent Research Ethics Panel we've set up.

How we keep data private

Find out how we have changed the way we work with client information to ensure client confidentiality, while releasing the maximum amount of valuable data to the public.

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