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‘If we are not going to advocate for tamariki, who will?’

1st November 2023 ‘If we are not going to advocate for tamariki, who will?’ Link to news article: ‘If we are not going to advocate for tamariki, who will?’ |…
Media Release

Family Violence – Silence is not an option

Media Release 6th October 2023 Family Violence - Silence is not an option On October 14th the general election will take place and Women’s Refuge is dismayed by the virtual…
Op-Ed

Silence not a political option when it comes to family violence

Silence not a political option when it comes to family violence Ang Jury September 11, 2023 Dr Ang Jury ONZM is chief executive of Women’s Refuge. OPINION: We have a…

Support Services

including a 24hr crisis-line, information and safe housing for women, young people and children experiencing abuse.

Wide range of education programmes

for communities and organisations.

Taking a strong advocacy role

by working to positively change policy and attitudes about domestic violence.

Conducting research

much of which is unprecedented in New Zealand.