ABUSE
If you are in immediate danger call the police on 111. Remember you can call 111 from your mobile even if you have no credit.
If you are in immediate danger call the police on 111. Remember you can call 111 from your mobile even if you have no credit.
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Helplines
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Youthline: 0800 376 633 (free 24-hour line, or free text 234)
Women’s Refuge: 0800 REFUGE or 0800 733 843 (free 24-hour line) Shine: 0508 744 633 (9am-11pm, 7 days a week) Stopping Violence Network - visit their website to find a local organisation that can help you. |
Prevention and Support
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We all have a role in keeping our families safe
You may be worried about the wellbeing of a child or young person, but feel unsure about whether to let someone know. Every family is different, and signs of neglect or abuse can be hard to categorise. It's normal to feel uncertain. But if you notice a pattern forming, it could be that something is wrong. Arguments can happen and there’s a difference between arguments and family violence. Different behaviours, situations or types of abuse are common in an unhealthy relationship. If you are worried, it is important to seek help. White Ribbon aims to end men’s violence towards women by encouraging men to lead by example and talk to other men. |
Emotional Abuse and Control
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Emotional abuse leaves marks and scars on the inside rather than on the outside. Facts, the impact and where to get support
Love is when two people feel good about themselves and each other. Knowing the difference between love and control in a relationship is important. Expert reveals 14 signs of emotional abuse even smart people miss. |
Neglect
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Neglect is when someone’s basic needs are not met by the people that are responsible for caring for them.What can I do if I or someone I know is being neglected
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Physical Abuse
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What is physical abuse and where to get support
What to do if you or someone you know is experiencing violence in their home A free helpline to provide support to people who have been victims of family violence. |
Sexual Abuse
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What is sexual abuse or violence?Sexual abuse or violence is when a person does sexual stuff to you or makes you do sexual stuff to them that makes you feel uncomfortable or uneasy.
Sexual Abuse Support and Healing (SASH) is available to support you and your whanau when affected by sexual abuse A 24/7 sexual harm helpline that is confidential and free to call 0800 044 334 When someone has a sexual experience they don't want, or are forced into any kind of sexual act by another person, they’ve experienced sexual harm. |
Supporting Friends
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Common signs of abuse or neglect and who can help
It’s hard to know what to do when you know – or suspect – that a friend or family member is living with violence. Should I say something or mind my own business? |
