The purpose of this Act is to help people support themselves and their families. You can get financial and other support to help you while you are not working. This support can also help you find a job or keep the one you have. This Act also helps people who cannot work because they are sick, injured, or disabled. It helps them support themselves and their families. You can get financial support to help with hardship in certain situations. When you get financial support, it is taken into account that you should use your own resources first. It also considers any other financial support you get from publicly funded sources. This Act encourages young people to stay in education, training, or employment instead of getting financial support. There are requirements you must follow if you get financial support under this Act. These requirements can include administrative tasks or work-related activities. Young people may also have to follow educational, budget management, or parenting requirements. Some people may have to make sure their children are getting an education and proper healthcare. You can find more information about this by looking at https://legislation.govt.nz/act/public/1986/0120/latest/link.aspx?id=DLM1001030 or https://legislation.govt.nz/act/public/1986/0120/latest/link.aspx?id=DLM408591