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Sexual Harm Service, Abuse and Violence Support, Social
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Description
Shama supports ethnic people who have experienced family violence and/or sexual violence or other complex issues. We provide social work support, counselling, therapy and crisis support. We can also connect clients with other services when needed.
Family Violence Regional Coverage: Waikato region only
Sexual Violence Coverage: All of New Zealand
Crisis Connection Service:
If you are experiencing or have experienced sexual harm, we have an ethnic co-ordinator you can talk to. She will help you find the right support service and will work with you, and the service that you want to use so that they understand your cultural or religious needs.
Social Services:
We provide social services to the Waikato region that include advocacy, brokerage, support, home visits and linking to other services. If you are outside of the Waikato region, we can help connect you to the local services in your region.
Counselling and Therapy:
If you have experienced sexual harm, Shama can connect you with an ethnic counsellor or therapist to provide ongoing support through our ACC service. We have therapists right across the country who can work with you and people are available to provide online counselling, to ensure you have the right fit.
Training and Advice:
Shama can provide training and cross-cultural advice to those who are working with ethnic people who have experienced sexual harm.
How to access:
Social Services Support
Phone: (07) 843 3810
Email: info@shama.org.nz
Crisis Connection Service
Phone: 027 243 3811
Email: crisis1@shama.org.nz
Counselling and Therapy
Phone: (07) 843 3810
Email: info@shama.org.nz
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
You can contact us by phone (07 8433810), by email info@shama.org.nz or through our website and social media. You can also drop in at our women's centre (8 Liverpool Street, Hamilton).
Contact us for non judgemental support and advice from our team of caring and skilled professionals.
Make an appointment
Referral
Walk in
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
No fees apply
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
Afrikaans, Arabic, Bemba, Bengali, Chewa (or Nyanja), Filipino, French, Hindi, Japanese, Kapampangan, Mandarin Chinese, Punjabi, Telugu, Urdu, Spanish
Services Provided
Immediate help, Support and counselling
Immediate help, Support and counselling
- Immediate help
- Support and counselling
Education programme runs subject to participant numbers.
Education programme runs subject to participant numbers.
- Counselling
- Education programmes
- Family violence intervention
- Information and support
- Referral to specialist services
- Victim support
Education programme runs subject to participant numbers.
Life skills
Life skills
- Life skills
Parenting education, Parent wellbeing
Parenting education, Parent wellbeing
- Parenting education
- Parent wellbeing
Disability Assistance
Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, More space to move around
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine
Region
Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Central Auckland, Central Lakes, Dunedin - South Otago, East Auckland, Hawke's Bay, Hutt, Lakes, MidCentral, Nelson Marlborough, North Auckland, Northland, South Auckland, South Canterbury, Southland, Tairāwhiti, Taranaki, Waikato, Wairarapa, Waitaki, Wellington, West Auckland, West Coast, Whanganui
Website
Contact Details
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Phone
07 8433810
Email
Website
Phone: 027 243 3811
Email: crisis1@shama.org.nz
Phone: (07) 843 3810
Email: info@shama.org.nz
Other programmes and support
Phone: (07) 843 3810
Email: info@shama.org.nz
Shama Ethnic Women's Trust
8 Liverpool Street
Hamilton Central
Hamilton
Waikato 3204
Street Address
Shama Ethnic Women's Trust
8 Liverpool Street
Hamilton Central
Hamilton
Waikato 3204
Postal Address
PO Box 4218
Hamilton East
Hamilton 3247
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This page was last updated at 1:32PM on July 8, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Shama.