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Permanency policy : children in care Coyle, Stephen

By: Material type: ArticleArticlePublication details: Wellington, New Zealand LexisNexis NZ Ltd 2008ISSN:
  • 1746-8000
Subject(s): In: New Zealand Family Law Journal 6(2) 2008 : 45-49Summary: This article discusses permanency policy and the implementation of that policy, as well as children's rights regarding participation in making decisions concerning their care and protection. The author argues that although the policy appears to be founded in well-established principals in relation to the needs of children, it should be amended so that it is aligned with New Zealand's international obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The implementation of the policy itself, according to the author, needs refining so that children are listened to and respected. An opportunity of this nature and for participation in inclusive and reflective decision making processes would more appropriately reflect the best interests and welfare of children. Some suggested amendments are discussed.
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This article discusses permanency policy and the implementation of that policy, as well as children's rights regarding participation in making decisions concerning their care and protection. The author argues that although the policy appears to be founded in well-established principals in relation to the needs of children, it should be amended so that it is aligned with New Zealand's international obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The implementation of the policy itself, according to the author, needs refining so that children are listened to and respected. An opportunity of this nature and for participation in inclusive and reflective decision making processes would more appropriately reflect the best interests and welfare of children. Some suggested amendments are discussed.

New Zealand Family Law Journal 6(2) 2008 : 45-49