Reporting abuse
If you believe that any child or young person has been, or is likely to be, harmed or abused you should report this.
A suspicion is enough for action, because intuition and gut feelings are often right. The most important consideration is always the safety and wellbeing of the child or young person.
The Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 states that anyone who believes a child or young person has been, or is likely to be, harmed, or abused (whether physically, emotionally or sexually); or who has concerns about the wellbeing of a child or young person, may report the matter to a social worker or a member of Police.
They will be protected, provided the information they give has been given in good faith. The Oranga Tamariki member or Police member is required to undertake an investigation if that is shown to be necessary.
Resources
Read more about contacting the Police to report sexual violence
Contacting the Police(external link)
If you would like more information before reporting, contact
Safe to talk(external link)