Abuse of children in state care has increased, report finds
Wednesday 26 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Oranga Tamariki
A report by the Independent Children’s Monitor shows nearly one in 10 tamariki and rangatahi were abused or neglected in state care between July 2023 and June last year. The findings suggest young people are not receiving the minimum standards of care required by law, with abuse often occurring in secure residences.