Final report of Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care

The final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care has been presented to Parliament and released to the public.   

This is a report of historical significance and is the result of the largest and most complex public inquiry ever held in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Royal Commission looked into what happened to tamariki, rangatahi and adults in State and faith-based care in Aotearoa New Zealand between 1950 and 1999.

Read the Royal Commission’s final report:

Whanaketia: Through pain and trauma, from darkness to light 

We recognise the significance of this Royal Commission of Inquiry, and acknowledge the bravery and courage of all survivors of abuse in care, including those who shared their experiences with the Royal Commission.  

ACC is relevant to the inquiry as abuse in care can result in physical and mental injuries which are potentially coverable by ACC.

We’re working closely with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the Crown Response Unit to review the Royal Commission’s report and recommendations. This process may take some time and will require collaboration across government given the recommendations cross over into several agency’s work. 

We acknowledge it can sometimes be difficult to navigate and access ACC supports. We have multiple programmes of work in place to help us provide more inclusive, accessible and responsive support services to people who have experienced sexual violence.

Learn more about the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care:

Abuse in Care: Royal Commission of Inquiry

Where to get help and support

• In case of emergency, call the Police on 111
• If you or someone you know has ever experienced sexual abuse or harm or need to talk with someone, contact the Safe to Talk helpline confidentially, any time, 24/7
• Call 0800 044 334, text 4334, email support@safetotalk.co.nz  
• For more information or web chat you can visit safetotalk.nz  

If you or someone in your whānau is a survivor of abuse in care, the Survivor Experiences Service is a supportive, confidential place to share your experiences. This service was created in response to a recommendation by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care. 

Call 0800 456 090 from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, text 8328 or email contact@survivorexperiences.govt.nz   

For more information you can visit the Survivor Experiences Service website.

Survivor Experiences Service: For people who have experienced abuse in care