'Keeping kids safe and secure' booklet

There's help available

If you're worried about family violence, there are resources and organisations that can provide advice and support.

• Call the Family Violence Information Line on 0800 456 450 to find out about the organisations in your area who can help.
• Visit the website: www.areyouok.org.nz
• If an adult or child is in immediate danger, call the Police on 111.
• If you are concerned about a child's situation, call Child, Youth and Family on 0508 FAMILY (0508 326 459).
• If you know an adult who’s being abused, offer them support and encouragement to get help.
• For a list of local services, go to www.familyservices.govt.nz/directory/index.jsp

"I knocked on the door and there was no answer. Then I heard noises. Turns out the older one was looking after baby, all by herself. She's too young for that. She's not even six."
Grandfather, 62

"When my Jasmine told me her best friend had been touched up by her uncle, I knew I had to do something."
Mother, 37