We are dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm now, or in the future.
We also work with young people who may have offended, or are likely to offend.
All About Me Plans for tamariki
As of right now, almost every child and young person in care has an All About Me Plan. Every plan is unique, designed to keep children and young people safe, nurtured and ensure their needs are met.
These plans are just one of the things tamariki are entitled to under the National Care Standards.
News
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First Section 7AA Report released
This week we release the first 7AA Report which highlights how we will improve the outcomes for tamariki Māori, their whānau, hapū and iwi.
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Applications open for Youth Advisory Group
The next Youth Advisory Group is being established to help keep rangatahi voices and experiences at the centre of the work Oranga Tamariki does.
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Gráinne's update - Budget 2020
Chief Executive Gráinne Moss talks about the Government’s Budget, and how it is putting money right where it’s needed.
Research
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Evidence Centre seminar: July 2020
This seminar featured Dr Iain Matheson presenting new findings from a thematic synthesis of Oranga Tamariki research on early intervention programmes.
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Factors associated with disparities experienced by tamariki Māori
A quantitative exploration of disparities for tamariki Maori in the care and protection system.
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Measuring disparity and disproportionality in the Care and Protection system
An approach and framework for measuring disparity and disproportionality in the care and protection system.
COVID-19 our response
Under Alert Level 1, the restrictions that have affected our engagement and practice with tamariki, whānau and communities are removed. However, we are mindful of, and prepared to respond to COVID-19 when identified in our practice.
VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai: advocacy service for children in care
If you're a child or young person in care, VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai is an independent connection and advocacy service, separate from Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, and we're here to listen to you, support you, and be on your side. Part of what we also do is organise fun and engaging events for kids with care experience so you can connect with each other.
Compliments, complaints and suggestions
We're keen to hear about your experience with us. Do you have any ideas about how we can improve our service?
Social Worker recruitment
We're leading a new way of working to support children who need care, creating a major shift in emphasis.
We have a number of social worker positions available now and invite dedicated and passionate social workers to play their part in helping change the way New Zealand protects children.