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New research on sexual violence among adolescents in Aotearoa

Sexual violence is a persistent public health problem, particularly for adolescents. Identifying those most at risk enables the development of appropriate strategies to respond to sexual violence for these groups.

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New pathway to ACC’s Sensitive Claims Service launching on Safe to talk

Victim-survivors of sexual abuse or assault seeking support from ACC can visit Safe to talk to get help finding available ACC-funded therapy providers and useful resources and information.

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Rape Awareness Week 2025

For Rape Awareness Week 2025, we’re continuing the important mahi of raising awareness about sexual harm in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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National home safety services

Whānau Protect, a service from Women’s Refuge, helps high-risk victims and their children live free from violence while remaining in their homes.

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Our changing legal structure

Due to the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022 coming into effect in 2026, we’ve updated our rules to ensure we meet the new requirements.

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Legal charity to launch in 2026

At the SAATS/NFSSAS Lead Clinicians online forum in June, Alison Mau gave an update on Tika, New Zealand’s first legal charity, launching in 2026.

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In memory of Kate Feltham

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Kate Feltham.

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The Lie

The Lie is a new feature-length documentary which looks into the shocking murder of 21-year-old British backpacker Grace Millane by Jesse Kempson.

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