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State Redress New Zealand

If you believe you experienced abuse or neglect while in State care, you may be able to apply for State redress. 

State Redress NZ makes it easier to get information about State redress, make a claim, understand what happens next, and find support.
This website explains how to make a claim, what happens after you make a claim, the support available to you, and improvements being made to the State redress system.

About this website

Learn about State redress, the State redress service, and the agencies involved in responding to claims.

Applying for redress

Find out who may be able to apply, how to make a claim or apply for a top-up payment, and what information may be helpful when you contact us.

What happens when you make a claim

Learn what happens after you make a claim, how claims are managed, and what you can expect during the process.

Support and guidance

Find support services, answers to common questions, forms, care records information, privacy information, and guidance about the redress process.

About Redress Improvements

Learn about improvements that have been introduced to make State redress easier to access, understand, and navigate.

Publications and policies

Access reports, policies, plans, and other published information about State redress.

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