This evaluation focuses on the sixth wave of commissioning involving 27 whānau led initiatives contracted in July 2017 by Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu

Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu has continued to evolve its support for whānau, utilising a range of targeted solutions

Whānau Ora Navigators work with whānau and families to identify their needs and aspirations.

Having completed the Wave 1 evaluation for Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu - the Whānau Ora commissioning agency in the South Island.

Ihi Research and Development evaluated the 23 Wave One initiatives funded in Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu’s first year. Their report found that the whānau-centred commissioning approach showed strong potential to transform outcomes for whānau, influence mainstream practice, and create conditions that support capability building.