Effecting change to prevent abuse and neglect
Child Matters champions a future where every child in Aotearoa grows up safe, valued, and free from harm.
Together, we can create a safer New Zealand for every child, by building knowledge, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring every voice is heard in the fight against child abuse.
What we do
Supporting organisations and individuals alike, our end-to-end approach covers prevention, identification, and response to child protection concerns.
We can tailor our services to everyone, including education providers, the social services sector, healthcare providers, faith-based organisations, sporting and community groups, and parents. Whether you’re looking to upskill or you’ve been appointed as the Designated Person for your organisation, we're there when it matters most - delivering practical guidance that builds confidence, capability, and a strong culture of child safety.
Prevention
Building strong child protection environments and practices to avoid harm before it occurs.
Identification
Helping you recognise the signs of abuse or neglect and know when something isn’t right.
Response
Clear guidance on what to do when concerns arise, ensuring children are supported and protected.
