From court support to care packages – helping people heal after sexual harm

Aviva is well known for our family violence services. But what many people don’t realise is that for the last decade, we have been supporting ever increasing numbers of people who have experienced sexual harm. Now these people make up around 50% of our overall client numbers. So, what does this work look like?

Aviva's 50th Celebration - tickets available now!

2023 marks 50 years since we opened our doors as Christchurch Women's Refuge. Our foundation in 1973 was the beginning of the family violence refuge movement and changed the social landscape of New Zealand permanently.  

We're inviting all those who have journeyed with us for the last 50 years, supporters, workers and clients, to join us in celebrating this vital mahi. 

"There should be no shame in experiencing violence; it could happen to anyone"

When Jody came to Aviva, she and her three kids were going through a really difficult time. A year later, they are feeling safer. Jody tells her story.

Where You At? The podcast which supports rangatahi to have healthy relationships

‘Stats only measure what’s happened. They don’t define what happens next. It’s the growth and potential for change in young people that inspires me.’
Read about Aviva's new podcast and the inspiration behind it.

Save the date!

On 31 March 2023 we will be celebrating 50 years of life saving work and breaking cycles of violence in Otautahi Christchurch. We hope to see you there!

"Why Didn't You Just Leave?"

“I remember the incident that woke me up. He attacked me at my sister’s wedding in front of my family. I wasn’t aware of the mental and emotional abuse he put me through, but it was a wakeup call when he physically hurt me.”