Shine

About Us

Founded in 1990, Shine is New Zealand’s leading specialist family violence service provider.

Shine is an acronym that stands for Safer Homes in New Zealand Everyday. This name – and our aims in addressing the scourge of family violence – are hopeful, positive and optimistic. We want people to feel that there is some light shining on a terrible problem in New Zealand and that some brightness is ahead.

Specialist Family Violence Services

Specialist family violence services are provided by skilled kaimahi/staff whose sole or main role is focussed on working with people experiencing family violence.

A summary of specialist family violence services is provided under each of the tabs below. More detailed information can be obtained by contacting the agency or accessing their website.

Non-Violence Services for Men

These services and programmes are suitable for people who are using violence or concerned about their risk of using violence or want to find better ways to maintain healthy relationships.

• Individual programme (Court refer)
• Group programme (Court refer)
• Individual programme (Corrections)
• Group programme (Corrections)

Victim/Survivor Support for Men

These services are for men who are current or past victims/survivors of family violence. Violence isn’t only physical. It includes verbal, emotional and financial abuse.

• Crisis Line
• Safety services (self refer)

Non-Violence Services for Women

These services and programmes are suitable for people who are using violence or concerned about their risk of using violence or want to find better ways to maintain healthy relationships.

• Individual programme (Court refer)
• Group programme (Court refer)
• Individual programme (Corrections)
• Group programme (Corrections)

Victim/Survivor Support for Women

These services are for women who are current or past victims/survivors of family violence. Violence isn’t only physical. It includes verbal, emotional and financial abuse.

• Crisis Line
• Refuge Service
• Safety services (self refer)
• Safety services (Court refer)
• Group programme (Court refer)
• Individual programme (Court refer)

Couples, Whānau & Family Services

These services and programmes are suitable for couples, whānau and families who have been impacted by family violence. Some services may only be available if it is deemed safe to offer them.

• Whānau resilience services

Children’s and Youth Services

These services and programmes are suitable for children and young people who have been impacted by family violence. Some age limits may apply depending upon the type of service to be provided.

• Group programme (Court refer)
• Individual programme (Court refer)

Other Family Violence Services Available

We also offer the following services for people impacted by family violence:

• 24 Hour Helpline