Evaluation of the Māori Provider Development SchemeDate of publication (online): September 2009
Summary of publicationThe purpose of the evaluation was to assess how effective the Māori Provider Development Scheme (MPDS) has been at building the capacity and capability of Māori health providers. Currently, MPDS allocates funding of $8.8 million (GST exclusive) per annum.
Overall, the evaluation emphasises the positive impact MPDS funding has had on building the capacity and capability of Māori providers. The report makes a number of recommendations to improve the MPDS Programme.
Key findings from the evaluation include:
- the MPDS programme is being used for the intended purpose it was originally set up for and should be retained
- the programme has resulted in direct improvements across a number of areas, especially Information Technology and Workforce
- the four MPDS categories are in the most part suitable. However, some aspects require further review and modification
- the Ministry retain the administration of MPDS (the majority of District Health Boards, Māori health providers and Māori organisations did not support devolution of the MPDS).
Related information
Māori health providers
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Date of publication:
ISBN number: 978-0-478-31969-9 (online)
Citation: CBG Health Research Ltd (2009) Evaluation of the Māori Provider Development Scheme. Auckland.
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