Enabling the Wellbeing of Male Survivors of Sexual Violence.
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
Are you a Kiwi male who has experienced sexual abuse? You are not alone.
1 in 6 New Zealand males experience sexual abuse as young people.
You have chosen the right place to begin your recovery journey. We can help you reclaim the life that was stolen from you.
We are here to help you.
How We Can Help You.
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The helpline can be accessed free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone, text, website, online chat and email.
LOCAL SUPPORT
Confidential listening and care. One-on-one and peer group support. Referrals for specialist support. Workshops and much more.
RESOURCES
We have various support resources available for you to download, with governance and operational policies.
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News Highlights.
Reynhard Sinaga case: why male victims and survivors need their own support system
The crimes of Reynhard Sinaga described by prosecutors as “the most prolific rapist in British history” have shocked and horrified many people. But the case has also highlighted that rape…
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From the Chairman’s desk, Dec 2019
Kia ora koutou, The end of 2019 provides a welcome opportunity to pause, reflect and re-energise as we approach a demanding schedule of work in the first half of 2020.…
Rape Crisis renamed; OCASA to work with all genders
For the first time in its four-decade history, Dunedin’s Rape Crisis centre will work with sexual abuse victims of all genders. The shift is part of a major overhaul of…
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Ribbons tied to fence of Catholic Cathedral to honour victims of abuse
Ribbons have been tied to the fence of the Catholic Cathedral in downtown Auckland by attendees and witnesses from the Royal Commission into Abuse. Survivors and supporters walked the short…
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Majority of sexual violence incidents reported to police are children or young people
In a report by the Ministry of Justice, it is revealed that the majority of 23,000 sexual violence incidents reported to police during the past five years were experienced by…
Abuse survivors not compensated enough, Commission hears
Two lawyers who have represented more than 1000 abuse survivors have told the Royal Commission no victim has ever received adequate compensation for what they suffered. Two lawyers who have…
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