This section is your 'one-stop-shop' for information about abuse and disability in NZ.
It provides the context for safeguarding against violence and abuse, and the foundations of good practice.
The information is for:
tāngata whaikaha Māori, disabled people and their families and whānau
all professionals and services who support disabled people who are experiencing (or at risk of) violence, abuse or neglect
all New Zealanders.
If you're experiencing (or at risk of) violence, abuse or neglect, you or a family member / caregiver can access safeguarding support.
There's also information to help you ensure your rights are respected and upheld.
The information is for:
disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori, who are experiencing (or at risk of) violence, abuse or neglect
their whānau/family members
providers / professionals who are new to safeguarding.
Safeguarding providers and all other professionals can access practical advice and resources when supporting disabled people who are experiencing (or at risk of) violence, abuse or neglect.
The information is for:
all safeguarding providers
all professionals who support disabled people who are experiencing (or at risk of) violence, abuse or neglect
anyone with an interest.
This section explains Child to Parent Violence and Abuse (CPVA). It provides information and resources for parents, caregivers and whānau / family; and for professionals.
It shares the latest research, and access to a support network.
The information is for:
parents, caregivers and whānau/family members who are experiencing CPVA
all professionals who support them.
