In Australia, a series of small research and evaluation projects undertaken between 2002 and 2007 has shown the following very positive and recurring themes: - eagerness in children to learn new concepts
- increased self-confidence of parents
- improved communication between parents and children
- positive impact on family relationships.
(Gilley 2002, Grady 2002, Green 2003, Green/ Dean 2007)
'HIPPY Australia would like to acknowledge the dedication and commitment of Dr Suzanne Dean, in driving the early work of evaluating the program in its first years in Australia. The work provided valuable insights, which helped drive adaptation of the program to local conditions, as well as the evidence required by governments and other supporters.'
'In 2007, a new national research project began, lead by Monash University in partnership with the Brotherhood of St Laurence, with Stage 1 funded by the Victorian government and the Brotherhood of St Laurence. The project aims to track outcomes for a large number of families across as many sites as possible within Australia, over a five-year period.” | | 
Pictured: An artwork created by a HIPPY child in February 2008.
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