Our research is the first step in our work for New Zealand, creating the foundation for well-considered policy recommendations that we hope create the conditions for families and whānau to flourish.
We know that good policy relies on good policy advice. We work on areas of long-term strategic importance and also respond to short-term policy challenges as they arise. Our independence means we have the freedom to decide what we work on and we work hard to offer briefings to experts and leaders from across the political spectrum so they can make well-informed decisions for the future of Aotearoa New Zealand.
We don’t do it alone either. Our research process involves deep consultation with community organisations, academics, and experts in the field, and every paper is independently peer-reviewed before we release our findings.
This submission urges New Zealand to support independently operated, publicly funded charter schools
Charter schools will bring equity and improve our education system.
Discussion paper warns of eroding public trust in NZ democracy, calls for urgency limits to rebuild.
This submission to the Royal Commission highlights five critical constitutional lessons from...
AI can impact democracy with foreign influence, cybercrime, and algorithmic government.
New Zealand's open curriculum has led to declining student achievement and a growing disparity.
We need a national conversation on the purpose of schooling...
Investing in teacher training is imperative for securing the future of our children and our nation..
The New Zealand Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic included the shutdown of schools f...
We were inspired to write this paper by the Panel He Arotake Pōtitanga Motuhake – Independent El...
Aotearoa New Zealand must embrace AI if we are to continue leading the world.
This document was prepared by Research Fellow Professor Warren Brookbanks as Maxim Institute’s su...
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