Safety
Children who are in potentially unsafe situations may need our help. Knowing the rights of everyone involved, and what is likely to happen, can make it easier to know what you can do. We’ve listed resources that outline what you can do to keep your children safe, as well as what abuse is, what you can do, and what care and protection processes are likely to come into action.
What you can do if you suspect a child is being harmed.
A factsheet on recognising, reporting and surviving sexual abuse.
What happens in a family group conference about a child's care and protection.
Water safety advice for parents of under fives.
The Kia Kaha programme of resources for kids, parents, and teachers about creating healthy environments in which bullying is unable to flourish.
How to keep children safe from injury.
How to protect your child when using the internet, and educating yourself about the risks.
What mobile bullying is, and what can be done about it.
About mobile phone safety, what bullying is, and what your telecommunications provider can do to help.
Tips for helping your child get home safely from school, and for basic safety when answering the telephone or door.
About the stress you may face when raising children, and how to recognise that you (or someone else) might need help.
Frequently asked questions about being safe in the sun in New Zealand.
