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Te Kaikōmihana mō ngā Tamariki
Dr Claire Achmad
Children's Commissioner
Dr Claire Achmad
As Children's Commissioner, Dr Claire Achmad is the independent advocate for all mokopuna. She listens to children and young people and carries their voices, perspectives and experiences to decision-makers across Government and the community sector.
Claire has previously worked in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally in a wide range of areas relating to children's rights, including from legal, policy and practice perspectives.
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Latest news and updates
25 March 2026
Media Releases
Children’s Commissioner urges Government to prioritise children with greatest needs in support package
3 March 2026
Media Releases
The State must make real the National Care Standards for all children and young people in care
28 February 2026
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47,000 more children in hardship since 2022: a sobering backdrop to New Zealand Children’s Day
26 February 2026
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Still no progress for children living in material hardship - Children's Commissioner demanding urgent action
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31 March 2026
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Hillsborough Lighthouse Community Remand Home follow-up monitoring report
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30 March 2026
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Kaitiaki Remand Home - follow-up monitoring report
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30 March 2026
Reports
Toe Afua Ie Taeao Remand Home follow-up monitoring report
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