Media releases

Media Releases 12 November 2024

National apology an important step, must be followed by action so all children are safe

Media Releases 5 November 2024

Upcoming legislative changes to Mana Mokopuna – Children and Young People’s Commission

Media Releases 22 October 2024

Continuation of school lunch programme welcomed, needs regular evaluation informed by children, young people, whānau, schools and communities

Media Releases 15 October 2024

Inquiry into Oranga Tamariki contracting processes a chance to look at how government decisions are working for children

Media Releases 26 September 2024

First of its kind child and youth mental health survey a win for children’s rights

Media Releases 25 September 2024

Funding boost for FASD prevention and support welcomed – Chief Children’s Commissioner

Media Releases 23 September 2024

Poor health outcomes for children are entirely preventable – Chief Children’s Commissioner

Media Releases 3 September 2024

We’ve tackled child poverty before, and we should do it again

Media Releases 28 August 2024

New report shows sustained ambition and focus is required to end child poverty

Significant concerns about cuts to children’s frontline services – Chief Children’s Commissioner

The safety nets are not yet in place and more must be done to keep children safe – Chief Children’s Commissioner

Voices unite to call for action on children’s rights