Enfance et inde
nef is an independent think-and-do tank that inspires and demonstrates real economic well-being. We aim to improve quality of life by promoting innovative solutions that challenge mainstream thinking on economic, environmental and social issues. We work in partnership and put people and the planet first.
Action for Children is one of the UK’s leading children’s charities. We are committed to helping the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK break through injustice, deprivation and inequality, so they can achieve their full potential.
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nef (the new economics foundation) is a registered charity founded in 1986 by the leaders of The Other Economic Summit (TOES), which forced issues such as international debt onto the agenda of the G8 summit meetings. It has taken a lead in helping establish new coalitions and organisations such as the Jubilee 2000 debt campaign; the Ethical Trading Initiative; the UK Social Investment Forum; and new ways to measure social and economic well-being.
Contents
Foreword Preface Executive summary 1. Introduction 2. Invest to save: the economic case for investing in the future of society through our children 3. Sowing the seeds: promoting children’s psychological and social well-being through our services 4. Public spending for public benefit: the economic and social return from preventative and early intervention services 5. Backing the Future: recommendations for a successful transition Technical Appendix Endnotes 2 3 6 10 15 29 44 55 63 69
The analysis and recommendations in this report have been developed by nef through engaging with many stakeholders including Action for Children and the project’s Expert Learning Panel and Young Person’s Reference Group. However, overall responsibility for the contents of the report rests with its authors.
Foreword