On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will apologise on behalf of the nation for the failures of the State across many governments, as recommended in the final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care.
Following a mihi whakatau, proceedings will begin mid-morning with survivor voices and apologies from seven government agency Chief Executives.
The event will be streamed online, screened on Parliament TV with concurrent events at:
- Due Drop Events Centre in Auckland
- Shed 6 in Wellington, and the
- Christchurch Town Hall.
For anyone needing support, a helpline, Safe to Talk, is available 24/7:
📞 Phone 0800 044 334
📱 Free txt 4334
📧 Email support@safetotalk.nz
Kia kaha.