Service within Pacific cultures is a practical way to utilise personal skills and resources to contribute to the needs of others. There is an expectation that Pacific youth play an…
Health
Stress Management for Hospice Staff
By: Tina Darkins
Published: 2002-09-10
This research evaluated the effectiveness of a stress management programme for hospice staff, using a quasi-experimental, pre-test post-test, methodology with a participation and comparison group. The initial post-test was followed…
Health & Wellbeing Mental Health Non-profit Sector
Non-profit Sector
Success Factors for Community Organisations in Tai Tokerau (Northland) New Zealand
By: Dr Tina Darkins
Published: 2010-07-01
This PhD research explored the issues confronting non-profit community organisations delivering services to the community in the areas of health and social services in Northland. Its aim was to identify…
Community Development Non-profit Sector
Non-profit Sector
A Comparative Study of Two Small & Remote Urban Communities: Implications for Social Policy and Practice, (A Tale of Two Towns).
By: Judith Rivlin
Published: 2010-01-01
Raetihi & Ohakune are two small & remote towns on the North Island’s Central Plateau. They have similar sized populations yet present as totally different communities. This research details the…