Māori leaders seek disestablishment of child welfare agency Oranga Tamariki and delay of Te Aka Whai Ora abolishment, advocating for Māori-centered models and increased control.
Māori leaders call for the disestablishment of Oranga Tamariki, a New Zealand child welfare agency, due to its failure to address systemic issues and child abuse. They propose a whānau-centered model that prioritizes families and strengthens parental support. OraTaiao, a health advocacy group, urges a delay in the introduction of legislation to abolish Te Aka Whai Ora, a Māori-led health body, arguing it's crucial for addressing health inequities and system disparities. Both groups argue for greater Māori control and consultation in these matters.
February 25, 2024
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