Links & Resources
Links of Interest
“As are families, so is society. If well ordered, well instructed, and well governed, they are the springs from which go forth the streams of national greatness and prosperity - of civil order and public happiness.”
E. L. ThayerPlease note, the Links to websites listed here does not imply that Graeme agrees with or endorses all or any of the content included on these sites.
The fight for mens Rights In the Welfare and justice systems 
“ Men fighting for their rights in the welfare state and justice systems.”
If the link above fails copy paste the following Facebook address
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=343952586916&ref=ts
Child, Youth and family services (CYF) accountability
“Child, Youth and family services (CYF) accountability group on Facebook”
If the link above fails copy, paste the following address.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=162963230683
Graeme's personal page on Facebook
If the link above fails copy, paste the following address.
http://www.facebook.com/graeme.axford?v=info
ww.familyfirst.org ww.familyfirst.org
“ New Zealanders need a voice that can lobby for strong families and safe communities, which is why we started Family First. ” more
ww.focus.org ww.focus.org/Default.aspx?cat=5
“ Focus on the Family New Zealand is a charitable organisation which has been serving families in New Zealand through Dr. James Dobson's radio programmes and books since the early 1980s.” more
Other CYF Related Sites
Please note, the Links to websites listed here does not imply that Graeme agrees with or endorses all or any of the content included on these sites.
menz.org.nz www.menz.org.nz
panic.org.nz www.panic.org.nz
cyfstalk.org www.cyfstalk.org
cyfwatch cyfwatch.blogspot.com
youbethejudge.org www.youbethejudge.org
CYFWatchers & Support Group does just as it says Watchers Child, Youth and Family and tries to support people having to deal with them. We are a legally recognized charitable trust.… More information will be coming soon.
cyfwatchers on blogspot
cyfwatchers on facebook
Dyslexia Related Sites
“ The written word is like a tangled chain, nothing impaired, but disordered with many a malapropism. ”
adapted from Shakespeare
Dyslexia Foundation NZ www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nz
“Dyslexia is an alternative way of thinking that affects an estimated one in ten New Zealanders – including 70,000 schoolchildren. In order to effectively address dyslexia, it is important to understand how to define and identify it.” more
What Is Dyslexia? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyslexia
“Evidence suggests that dyslexia results from differences in how the brain processes written and spoken language. Although dyslexia is thought to be the result of a neurological difference, it is not an intellectual disability. Dyslexia is diagnosed in people of all levels of intelligence.” more
Social Workers In New Zealand
Social Workers Registration Board www.swrb.org.nz
“The Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) is a Crown agency that provides public assurance that registered social workers meet professional standards of competent practice, are accountable for the way in which they practise and that they undertake ongoing professional development” more
NZ Association of Social Workers - Code www.anzasw.org.nz/code-of-ethics.html
“The adoption of a Code of Ethics is one of several necessary conditions for a vocational grouping to be known as a "profession". ANZASW has had a Code of Ethics since its inception. However, in the absence of regulatory or disciplinary procedures, the Code was largely symbolic.” more
New Zealand Law
Witness: “Judge, I don't know what to do.”
Judge: “Why, how's that?”
Witness: “Well sir, I swore to tell the truth. But every time I try to these lawyers object.”
Community Law Centres www.communitylaw.org.nz
“This website offers legal information, factsheets and guides, and contact details for local community law centres throughout Aotearoa.” more
Law Access www.lawaccess.lsa.govt.nz/view_resources2.aspx?category_id=107
“Welcome to LawAccess, a catalogue of law-related information and resources. More than 150 organisations list their resources here. These resources include factsheets, pamphlets, videos, website links, free phone numbers and info sheets. Rights of the Individual ” more
Government Departments
“ The only good Government … is a bad one in the hell of a fright. ”
Joyce Cary " The Horse's Mouth"Child Youth & Family www.cyf.govt.nz
The Child Youth and Family Website: “This site is a focus for promoting the wellbeing and safety of children and supporting positive parenting. Child, Youth and Family is a service of the Ministry of Social Development, and is part of a network of agencies aiming to build an environment where child abuse is not tolerated. ” more
Ministry of Social Development www.msd.govt.nz
Every day our people invest energy and passion into making a difference in the lives of children and young people, families, individuals and communities. In helping New Zealanders gain a job, an education, a responsibility or an opportunity, we build their security and welfare. We support people to form strong families, build vibrant communities and a dynamic nation. more
State Service Commission www.ssc.govt.nz
The State Services Commission website: “The State Services Commission is the Government's lead advisor on New Zealand's public management system and works with government agencies to support the delivery of quality services to New Zealanders.
The State Services Commission's role is broad and varied. It works with Public Service departments, Crown entities and other State sector organisations to ensure the New Zealand government operates efficiently and effectively. ” more
New Zealand Commissioners
“Men are valued not for what they are, but what they seem to be.”
Bulwer-LyttonChildrens Commissioner www.occ.org.nz/
“This website provides information about the Office of the Children's Commissioner's work and about children's and young people's rights.” more
Families Commission www.familiescommission.govt.nz
“The Families Commission provides a voice for New Zealand families. We speak out for all families and promote a better understanding of family issues and needs among government agencies and the wider community.” more
Human Rights Commission www.hrc.co.nz/home
“The Commission works for a fair, safe and just society, where diversity is valued and human rights are respected.” more
Ombudsmen www.ombudsmen.govt.nz
“An Ombudsman's investigation is free and is conducted in private. An Ombudsman is an independent investigator who:” more
Privacy Commissioner www.privacy.org.nz
“The Privacy Commissioner seeks to develop and promote a culture in which personal information is protected and respected.” more
If you believe that another site should be listed here please, contact Graeme.
If any of the links from this page do not behave as they should please let Graeme know.