Keira’s Story: A Safer Future, One Step at a Time 

 Keira is a 21-year-old woman with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and an intellectual disability. She’s navigating life on her own in Kāinga Ora housing, while also dealing with ongoing family violence

Mary’s Story: Being Heard, Being Valued 

Mary is a 21-year-old Pākehā woman who lights up when talking about sports. She lives in a residential care home and uses sounds and personalised signs to communicate. Raised in Oranga Tamariki care, Mary lost contact with her whānau, and by the time she reached adulthood, there was no one outside her paid supports to stand with her or speak up for her. 

Nikau’s Story: Finding His Way Back

 Nikau is a disabled man in his 30s. One year before VisAble was contacted, he had been uplifted by Police and placed in a private hospital. It was meant to be a place of safety — but it wasn’t right for his needs. He was far from home, isolated, and the placement was on the verge of breaking down.