Survey about MSD’s Job and Training Support Funds This survey gathers feedback from those that have accessed MSD's Job and Training Support Funds, which you can access through Work and Income.Following on from DPA’s published report from April 2023, this survey is a check-up on how things are tracking with the fund.The survey focuses on ways people access, engage and experience job and training support. It is intended that the findings of the survey may inform broader decisions about the funding scheme. Access and Awareness Question Title * 1. Do you currently receive MSD Job Support and Training Fund? Yes No Question Title * 2. When did you make your application for the MSD Job Support and Training Fund? Before 2023 After 2023 Question Title * 3. Was your application for job support or training support? Job support Training support Both Question Title * 4. How did you first hear about the MSD Job Support and Training Fund? MSD website Employment consultant Community organisation or provider Social media Friend or family member Question Title * 5. Did you find it easy to apply? Yes No Question Title * 6. How easy was it to find clear information about how to apply for Support Funds? Very easy Somewhat easy Neither easy nor difficult Somewhat difficult Very difficult Question Title * 7. Before applying, did you feel you understood what the Support Funds could cover and whether you were eligible? Yes No Application Experience Question Title * 8. Did you apply for the Support Funds yourself, or did someone assist you? I applied myself Family/whānau member Employment support agency My employer If someone else assisted, please specify who: Question Title * 9. If you received help (for example, from an employment consultant or MSD staff), how helpful was that support? Very helpful Somewhat helpful Not very helpful Not helpful at all Not applicable Question Title * 10. Were there any parts of the application process that were confusing or difficult to complete? Yes No If yes, please describe which parts were challenging. Question Title * 11. At any point, did you feel discouraged from applying or continuing with your application? Yes No If yes, please explain why. Barriers and Decision-Making Question Title * 12. Did the requirement to show that Support Funds are a ‘fund of last resort’ make the process harder for you? Yes No Not applicable Question Title * 13. If your application (or part of it) was declined, were you given clear reasons for the decision? Yes No Not applicable Question Title * 14. Were you given the opportunity to appeal or provide more information after a decision? Yes No Not applicable Equity and Fairness Question Title * 15. Do you feel the Support Funds process is fair and equitable for different types of disabled people (e.g., self-employed, d/Deaf, Blind, or those with fluctuating conditions)? Yes No Unsure Please explain your answer (optional). Question Title * 16. Have funding limits, eligibility rules, or definitions like ‘reasonable accommodation’ affected your ability to get the support you need? Yes No Unsure Please explain your answer (optional). Question Title * 17. Have funding limits, eligibility rules, or definitions like ‘reasonable accommodation’ affected your ability to get the support you need? Yes No If yes, please explain how. Outcomes and Impact Question Title * 18. Has access to Support Funds affected your ability to find or keep a job or training? Yes, in a positive way Yes, in a negative way No effect (Optional comment) Question Title * 19. Have you experienced challenges maintaining or renewing your funding over time? Yes No Improvements and Future Directions Question Title * 20. If you could change one thing about how the MSD Job Support and Training Fund operates, what would it be and why? Done