Interagency collaboration

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28 October 2011Briefing Paper 21 comprises of two papers that focus attention on the ways interagency collaborations benefit children and families. Part A looks at what collaboration is, the benefits and risks of involving families in collaborations, when interagency collaborations are likely to be most effective and explores how they can be supported through specific models of governance. Part B investigates the evidence regarding the relationship between collaboration and improved outcomes for children and families.

 

Part A: What is it, what does it look like, when is it needed and what supports it?

Part B: Does collaboration benefit children and families? Exploring the evidence

 

Publication typeBriefing paper
Publisher TypeAPO Member, Government or Gov agency
CoverageAustralia
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/26973
Views1315

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