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We recently marked a very special occasion, with some of the most wonderful people we could wish for. To everyone who came and shared in our evening of reflection, commemoration, celebration and Aroha, marking 50 years of mahi, THANK YOU.
These wonderful photos were taken by Heather Joy Photographs

50 years since our foundation as Christchurch Women's Refuge - Aviva's current staff

Beautiful people connecting - the event was attended by many former staff and clients, as well as supporters

Elly Rydge's beautiful performance

We simply could not have done this without our wonderful volunteers

Gwenda welcomed us with a karanga

Playspace Productions - who took us through our journey "Through the Ages"

St. Bedes Polyfest group injecting joy and energy into the room

Rose, one of many founders

"Just knowing that there's someone who understands, someone who'll listen... knowing that you're not alone, that there's somebody who cares, it makes a huge difference; all the difference. Thanks to Aviva, I knew I wasn't alone, and I found hope again. In addition to this, being an ambassador as part of the youth evaluation, has taught me great personal skills, like confidence, as well as given me the opportunity to give back those who helped me in my time of need."

Jennifer

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