State Care
We Were Dangerous: Movie dives into the 1950s state care system
“We’re not all born equal. It’s just a fact.”
‘I’m inspired by younger me’: Advocates turn state care pain into purpose
“I didn't have the language or understanding to describe my care experience,"
Startling link between state care and prison in NZ
State care and ending up in prison is directly linked, according to new data.
Survivors of abuse in care share stories at Pacific inquiry hearing
Here are the stories of four survivors.
Māori babies are 5x more likely to be taken into state care
A new report by the Children's Commissioner has found that in 2019, Māori babies aged 0-3 months were taken into state care at 5x the rate…
Opinion: Bridges beats up on his own
There’s a slim chance Simon Bridges could become New Zealand’s first prime minister who has Māori heritage. He’s trying to increase those chances by shitting on…
Will New Zealand’s State Care System Ever be Decolonised?
The state’s child care and protection system is steeped in colonial principles. It has harmed and disenfranchised thousands of Māori. Is change and decolonisation even possible…
Rediscovering Aotearoa: Whānau | Family
When he was four weeks old, Mana was placed into foster care. The first years of his life were marked with fear, violence and isolation as…