If you work with children or families in Canterbury, this page is for you. Follow the links below for resources, referral forms, training and more.
ResourcesIf someone, such as a client or patient, confides in you that they're experiencing family violence, or in an unsafe relationship, here are some resources you could use to support them to stay safe.
Safety Plan for After You Leave
Relationship Check - Interactive
If you are working with an adult who uses violence, you can refer them to our ReachOut service.
See also:
Advice for friends and family members, which also includes some guidance on listening and talking.
Referral form for people experiencing violence
Sexual assault support referral form
ReachOut referral form - for people using, or at risk of using violence
Seuga referral form - for Pasifika people
Whānau Resilience referral form
Please email completed forms to [email protected].
Below are PDFs with information which might be helpful for you and/or someone you are supporting.
In April 2019, the New Zealand Government adopted the Domestic Violence Victims’ Protection Act. For information about what this means for employers, visit this page.