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Today

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Description

The Louise Nicholas Trust and her National Sexual Violence Survivor Advocate team provide support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence and help navigate the court process.

They help:

  • survivors navigate New Zealand's complicated court system, when survivors feel vulnerable and hurt
  • influence and change the system through legislation and government policy, and by changing community attitudes.

Louise and her team are trusted, neutral, fearless people who work independently alongside Police and the courts throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. They are funded by the Ministry of Social Development. 

Staff

  • Advocate: Louise Nicholas
  • Advocate: Debbie Bond
  • Volunteer Advocate: Emma Lou Jones
  • Administrator & Part time Advocate: Jess Nicholas

Ages

Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Contact us

Email us: 

Anyone can access

Website / App

Website:  louisenicholastrust.org.nz

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

There is no charge for our advocacy services.

Hours

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Mon – Fri 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Our Survivor Advocate service is available 24/7 (including Public Holidays) and contact can be made through our website: louisenicholastrust.org.nz  or email: admin@louisenicholastrust.org.nz 

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

English

Services Provided

Practical and confidential advice for survivors and supporters of survivors to come forward.
Walk alongside you on your journey to heal.
Whanau and Friend support.
Assist in referrals to other services - i.e Counsellors and other community services
Help you navigate the Criminal Justice System.
Assisting with information for any needs that may arise before, during and after your journey.
Court support and advocacy for adults, children and young people.
Help with your Victim Impact Statement.
Evidential Video Support

Additional Details

Phone, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Speak with women / wahine, Child / Tamariki friendly, Online / virtual / app, Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Speak with men / tane

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

Contact Details

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

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Postal Address

P O Box 9013
Springfield
Rotorua 3015

This page was last updated at 12:50PM on September 16, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by The Louise Nicholas Trust.