Victim Support
Free, nationwide support for people affected by crime, suicide and traumatic events.
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Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support provides a free, nationwide support service for people affected by crime, suicide and traumatic events in Aotearoa New Zealand. We help our clients to find safety, healing, and justice. We provide tailored support for the unique needs of you, your family and whānau, where and when you need it.
Victim blaming is when someone suggests that the person who was harmed by a crime is somehow responsible for what happened. Victims feel like they’re being treated as if they’re guilty. Many people don’t realise they have victim blamed. It can be outright, or subtle. Blame can be suggesting that the victim was at fault, or implying they had the power to prevent it. Your words have power, you can change the script on victim blaming. Learn how by clicking below
Detailed information and resources to help guide you through the aftermath of a crime or traumatic event. Find steps you can take and guidance to help you navigate your way to recovery and safety, and to get back on your feet.
Understand what crime and traumatic events are
Support with practical matters
Common reactions and how to cope
Links to support services
Practical information and resources to help with the process of recovery and obtaining justice. Find emotional and practical support for you, your family and whānau, and information to help you understand and engage with the justice system.
Coping with grief and traumatic events
Victim Impact Statements
The coronial process
Keeping safe
Support through bereavement
The Victim Assistance Scheme helps victims of serious crime in Aotearoa New Zealand to cover some of the costs related to the crime, the justice process and their recovery.
Donate today so that the 45,000 individuals who rely on Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support every year can continue receiving free support.
Volunteers are crucial to the work of Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support. With your help we can support 1000s of people across Aotearoa New Zealand who are affected by crime, suicide and traumatic events each year.
We also acknowledge the collaboration and kind support of our many other community partners, funders and donors.