The main goals are to help children, young people, and their families. You want them to be happy and healthy. This happens by providing services that support them. These services make sure children and young people are safe and happy. They help children and young people have good health, education, and social lives. Services are provided in a way that respects their culture. You help families take care of their children and young people. This means keeping them safe from harm and making sure they have a loving home. Families get support to meet their children's needs. When children and young people need care, they get a safe and loving home. They receive support to address their needs. The Act also follows the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. The Act recognises the importance of family and cultural connections for children and young people. It helps them stay connected with their family and siblings. The Act responds to children and young people who offend in a way that promotes their rights and best interests. The Act holds children and young people accountable for their actions. It helps young people transition to adulthood successfully. Assisting families includes helping them develop their own abilities to care for their children.