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New online guide for victims of sexual violence
The Ministry of Justice launched a new online guide to help victims of sexual violence, their families/ whānau and supporters understand the justice process.
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'Safe to talk' National Sexual Harm Helpline
A new helpline supporting people affected by sexual harm called Safe to talk is now available nationwide.
Police to trial videoing victim statements
Police in Counties Manukau will trial making a video of a victim’s statement at the scene of family violence incidents.
Superu releases paper on children exposed to family violence
Superu has released a paper looking at the evidence around the needs of children exposed to family violence.
Two guides launched at Family Violence Summit
Minister Adams and Minister Tolley launched two frameworks to improve responses to family violence.
Funding to prevent violent robberies
The Government has announced it will spend $1.8 million to prevent robberies at dairies, superettes and small local businesses.
Bullying-Free NZ Week
New Zealand's bullying prevention week took place from 22-26 May 2017.
Budget 2017: Reducing burglary and youth offending
Budget 2017 included $46.9 million to reduce burglary and youth offending.
Budget 2017: Reducing family violence
Budget 2017 announced $37.2 million to reduce the harm caused by family violence.
Tender for national sexual violence helpline to be released soon
The national helpline will provide 24/7 advice and support for people affected by sexual violence.
New Better Public Services targets
The Government has announced a new Better Public Services target for reducing serious crime.
Police release videos on reporting sexual assault
The videos aim to help people know what to expect when reporting sexual assault and to debunk myths around sexual assault.
More Police officers across New Zealand
New Zealand Police have announced where new frontline officers will be based as part of the Government’s Safer Communities package.
Family violence Bill passes first reading
The Family and Whānau Violence Legislation Bill passed its first reading in Parliament with unanimous support.
Disclosure scheme helping to prevent violence
The scheme is being used to provide concerned partners, relatives or friends information on a partner’s violence history.
Harmful Digital Communications Act working to address cyberbullying
The Act is being used to protect individuals who have been caused harm by digital communications.
New services for tamariki launched
The Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki and VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai both came into effect on 1 April 2017.
Family violence pilot helps over 24,000 people
Core agencies and family violence NGOs work together to respond to family violence incidents in the Integrated Safety Response pilot.
Restorative justice victim satisfaction survey released
The survey examines how restorative justice is working for victims.
Justice: our people, our communities
The publication showcases initiatives underway by the Ministry of Justice.