Support services and information for people affected by family violence.
Abuse and Rape Crisis Support Manawatu
Phone the national 24-hour telephone support line 0800 472 496. ARCS provides services such as individual and group support, counselling and education to women, children and men who are survivors of sexual violence and also their whānau.
Family Action
Provides help for adults, youth, children and families who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. 0800 326 327 Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5 pm.
Family Court
The Family Court deals with lots of issues, from making orders for children not yet born right through to older people who are in need of care and protection. Phone 0800 224 733.
Find a lawyer
The law affects nearly everything we do but it can be complex and expert advice is often needed. A lawyer has the training, experience and knowledge to help you. If your lawyer can’t help you with a particular matter, they can refer you to another specialist. Phone 04 472 7837.
Free legal advice
Free legal help throughout New Zealand.
Legal aid
Legal aid is an important part of New Zealand's justice system. It helps people to resolve legal problems that may go to court and makes sure that people are not denied justice because they can't afford a lawyer. Phone 0800 253 425.
Are you OK?
It's not OK is a community-driven behaviour change campaign to reduce family violence in New Zealand. Its goal is to change attitudes and behaviours that tolerate any kind of family violence. Phone 0800 456 450.
Asian Family Services 0800 862 342 Professional, confidential, nationwide face-to-face or telephone support to Asians living in New Zealand.
Shine
Shine provides help for thousands of adult and child victims every year to become safe and stay safe through its frontline services, and helps thousands more every year through professional training programmes, DVFREE workplace programmes, and health sector partnerships. Phone 0508 744 633.
Women's Refuge
A women’s organisation for women and their children to help prevent and stop family violence in New Zealand. Phone 0800 733 843.
Shakti
Shakti (strength) provides immediate help and support to women, children and youth of Asian, African and Middle Eastern origin who have experienced sexual abuse, domestic violence and discrimination. Phone 0800 742 584.
Safe to Talk
Provides contact with a trained specialist at any time, day or night, 7 days a week. Answers to questions about sexual harm. Information about medical, emotional and behavioural issues related to harmful experiences. Phone 0800 044 334.
The Trust Tararua
A one-stop shop for supporting families through pregnancy, parenting, and family challenges for people living in the Tararua area. Phone 06 376 7608 or email admin@thetrust.org.nz.
Victims Information
Provides support to help you deal with the practical and emotional effects of the crime and information to help you understand the legal process. Phone 0800 650 654.
Citizens Advice Bureau
A nationwide, but locally based, community organisation. Helps people to know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. Phone 0800 367 222.
Family Services Directory
Lists information about family support organisations and the services/programmes they offer to support New Zealand families.
Police
111 in an emergency, or phone 105 or visit your local Police station.