Where to go for more support
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Community Law |
Your local Community Law Centre can provide you with free initial legal advice. Find your local Community Law Centre online: www.communitylaw.org.nz/our-law-centres |
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Oranga Tamariki/Ministry for Children |
Oranga Tamariki’s website has a range of information about the care and protection issues discussed in this chapter. Website: www.orangatamariki.govt.nz |
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Barnardos |
Barnardos delivers a range of child, family and education services throughout New Zealand. Check their website to see what services are available in your area. Website: www.barnardos.org.nz |
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Family Court |
The Family Court website has information about how a government agency can apply for a Care or Protection Order of a child. Website: www.justice.govt.nz and select “Family” then “Keeping children safe” and “When Oranga Tamariki gets involved”. |
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VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai |
“VOYCE” stands for “Voice of the Young and Care Experienced” and is a non-government advocacy service for children and young people in state care. Website: www.voyce.org.nz |
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Youthline Aotearoa |
Youthline provides free counselling, information and referral services. Website: www.youthline.co.nz |
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Women’s Refuge |
Women’s Refuge provides 24-hour support, advocacy and accommodation for women and their children experiencing family violence throughout New Zealand. Website: www.womensrefuge.org.nz |
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Mana Mokopuna | The Children’s Commission |
Mana Mokopuna | The Children’s Commission looks to ensure that children’s rights are respected and upheld. It advocates for the best interests of all children and young people in New Zealand. Website: www.manamokopuna.org.nz |
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Office of the Ombudsman |
The Ombudsman handles complaints about Government agencies, such as Oranga Tamariki or the Police. Website: www.ombudsman.parliament.nz |
