Need to talk?
We’re here for you. Call freephone:
Lines are open 24/7, or email us at contact@ot.govt.nz
Get in touch if you think a child or young person may be:
- unsafe or in danger of harm
- suffering from ill-treatment, abuse or neglect
- you’re not sure if you should be concerned, and want advice, or just to talk things through.
Learn more about identifying signs of abuse
After 5pm and on weekends social workers are only available for emergency situations, but we still urge you to call so we can assess your needs.
We’ll need some information from you when you make a report of concern: