Witnessing Violence?
For information on services try the National Directory or call 0800 456 450
If you know or suspect someone is being intimidated, controlled or hurt, find out what you can do to help. It’s OK to get involved – you could save a life.
Below are some useful links to other related websites:
Information and support for when helping someone you know
Ways to help family and friend who are experiencing family violence
A description of different types of family violence and a checklist to assess your own situation
Helping a friend or family member - Preventing violence in the home
Help for an employee or a colleague - Preventing violence in the home
How to recognise signs of child abuse and who to tell
If you're being violent or you're experiencing violence
The National Directory is a searchable online database. It lists information about social service organisations who provide services and programmes for New Zealand families (we call these organisations "Providers").
An 0800 Family Violence Information Line (0800 456 450) provides self-help information and connects people to services where appropriate. It is available seven days a week, from 9am to 11pm, with an after-hours message redirecting callers in the case of an emergency.
