Keynote Speaker: Cindy Kiro

Dr Cindy Kiro was appointed Children's Commissioner in New Zealand on 1 September 2003 for five years. She has a PhD in Social Policy and has worked mainly in the area of public health and advocacy for children and young people. Dr Kiro has worked as a social worker, researcher and manager.

Advocating for children and advancing the interests and rights of children and young people and ensuring they are treated with respect, dignity and fairness, is the main focus of the work of the Children's Commissioner. Key issues such as stopping violence against children, addressing child poverty and promoting the rights of children and young people are an important focus of the Commissioner's work.

Dr Kiro continues to work to bring together a cohesive and effective children's movement in New Zealand, recognising the contribution of Government, non-government organisations and community organisations, Iwi, Māori and Pasifika organisations, young peoples networks and government agencies to addressing key problems like child poverty and violence against children.

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