This Act is to set up the office of the Children's Commissioner. You will have someone to promote and advance your rights and interests as a child or young person. This includes making sure you are doing well in your family, whānau, hapū, iwi, and community. The office of the Children's Commissioner is there to help you participate and have your say. It aims to improve your well-being and make sure your rights are respected. This is an important job to make sure you are safe and happy. The Act was amended by section 24 of the Oversight of Oranga Tamariki System Legislation Amendment Act 2025, which changed some parts of the Act on 1 August 2025. This amendment is part of a bigger law that affects how the system works. You can find more information about the amendment in the Oversight of Oranga Tamariki System Legislation Amendment Act 2025.
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"What the Children's Commissioner Act 2022 is about"
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Note 4 at the end of this version provides a list of the amendments included in it.
This Act is administered by the Ministry of Social Development.
