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.
Our belief is that in the right environment, with the right people surrounding and nurturing them, any child can, and should flourish.
National care standards regulations have been approved under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989.
The regulations will ensure every child and young person knows what to expect when they’re in the care or custody of Oranga Tamariki.
They also set out the support our caregivers can expect to receive when they open their hearts and homes to our tamariki.
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.
Gráinne talks about the importance of national care standards and how we're working in partnership with iwi.
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There was an air of possibility at the Oranga Tamariki National Forum held in Wellington.
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A tremendous step forward for tamariki and rangatahi in care, and a significant milestone for Oranga Tamariki.
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Working with a partner organisation has brought aroha and beauty to a re-opened family home for young people in Wellington.
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Te Maioha o Parekarangi Youth Justice Residence hosted a concert and dinner for young people and invited guests to celebrate Matariki together.
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Chief Executive Gráinne Moss is pleased to announce the 2018 KickStart Breakfast award champions.
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Our May seminar featured presentations about current multiple disadvantage and vulnerable transience using data from the Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI).
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A random act of kindness from a store owner in Whangarei makes a big difference for a child.
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A report examining the impact of the KickStart Breakfast programme on students’ health.
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If you're a young person or child in care, and would like to connect with others who have had similar experiences, you should check us out at VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai. A big part of what we do is organise fun and engaging events for people with care experience. We’re an independent connection and advocacy service, separate from the Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, and we're here to support you and be 100% on your side.
We're keen to hear about your experience with us. Do you have any ideas about how we can improve our service?
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