Victim Support
Free, nationwide support for people affected by crime, suicide and traumatic events.
We are here for you, 24/7.
Our patron: 2010 - present
Since Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support's establishment in 1986, we have had the privilege of working with renowned patrons Dame Anne Ballin, Dame Augusta Wallace, Sir Howard Morrison, and our current patron, internationally acclaimed soprano and opera star Dame Malvina Major.
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The Board sets the strategic vision for Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support and oversees finances, service delivery, culture and values.
Reflecting our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, our Board includes two dedicated Māori representatives alongside six general representatives and one co-opted position. Our chair is elected from with this governing group.
Rob first became involved with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support in Auckland as a police inspector when he was appointed liaison officer with the Local Group Committee for the area.
He is the current Chair of that group and joined the Board in 2014.Rob spent the majority of the 35 years working with New Zealand Police in its Criminal Investigation Bureau.
On his retirement from the Police, he worked in internal audit and risk and assurance groups in the Department of Labour and Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.
Richard first became involved with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support in 1991 as a Police Liaison Officer. Since then, he has remained actively involved with us, as a police officer in community-focused activities and in numerous roles within Local Group Committees.
He is a trained volunteer Support Worker and has previously provided support as a relieving Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support Service Coordinator.
Richard is a member of two Local Group Committees and has been a member of the national Board since 2010.
Michael has been involved with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support since 1998, starting out as a volunteer Support Worker. He joined the Board in 2011. He is also a member of the Greater Wellington Regional Committee.
He is an authorised Financial Advisor with qualifications in personal financial planning and risk management.
Michael brings considerable financial and governance experience to the Board as the Director of Stratus Financial Services, Stratus General Insurance and Wealth Strategies.
Judith has been involved with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support for 18 years. Starting off as a volunteer Support Worker, she became a member of the Whanganui Local Group Committee and is the current Chairperson.
Judith co-founded the Whanganui Peoples Centre and has been an active member of the YMCA Centre Board and the Whanganui Resource Disability Centre, Community Law and the Learning Centre.
She is a life member of the Volunteer Centre in Whanganui and in 2008 was awarded a Queen’s Service Medal for her services to the community.
Darren Rewi is a Māori Kaumatua based in Tahuna, Queenstown. He is the founder of Mana Tahuna, a Charitable Trust and the Director of Take Tuia.
Don is Chair of Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support's Lower Hutt Local Group Committee and joined the Board in 2012.
He is past President of the Eastern Hutt Rotary Club, past Assistant Governor for Rotary District 9940, and is a Paul Harris Fellow.
Don has qualifications in law, political science and international relations and 20 years in legal practice and business management.
Gwen has been involved with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support as a volunteer Support Worker since 1998 and is an active member of the Invercargill and Districts Local Group Committee, joining the Board in 2013.
Gwen has a strong background working in the arts, cultural, health and education sectors and in 2001 was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the arts and community.
She brings a wealth of experience to the Board through roles as Director of Sister Cities New Zealand and Member Venture Southland Trust, Board member for Southland Museum and Art Gallery, Chairperson Toi Rakiura Arts Trust (Stewart Island), and member of Southland District Council’s International Relations Committee.
Nicky’s involvement with Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support started as a volunteer Support Worker in 1989 before undertaking training to become a Service Coordinator. She is the current Chair of the Napier Local Group Committee and joined the Board in 2016.
Passionate about helping others, Nicky brings a diverse range of skills to the Board, drawing on her long history with the organisation and expertise in human resource management.
Lorraine has been a passionate supporter of Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support for more than two decades. She was the inaugural chair of the Buller Local Group Committee and has been Chair of the Board since 2008.
Lorraine has qualifications in social work, counselling and management from Canterbury University, CPIT, Unitec Auckland and Massey University and brings to the Board strengths in strategic thinking and relationship building.
Lorraine is also the Chief Executive of Homebuilders West Coast Trust, a child and family support service helping families through a range of services.
Nationwide, our diverse frontline teams are the beating heart of our mission.
Guiding our mission with unwavering dedication, the Senior Leadership Team at Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support is a dynamic blend of experience and passion.
Their commitment ensures we not only meet the needs of today but are also prepared for the challenges of tomorrow, ensuring we're empowered to make a lasting impact while always prioritising the well-being of victims.
Historically, LGCs were responsible for securing local funds to run local operations.
Since Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support became a national organisation in 2004, LGCs have continued to promote the organisation and victims' interests in 19 committees across 6 regions.
Our governing Board of 9 includes regional representatives from these committees and 2 Māori representatives from the North and South Islands.
LGC members are our kaitiaki - advocates and guardians, upholding our values.
