“If I had taken up the course sooner, I would not have ended up in my current situation. This programme has changed my perspective towards domestic violence.” No Excuses participant
TRIGGER WARNING: Video shows domestic violence and assault
This award winning video was produced by Noleen Natasha Dayal Mrs Universe New Zealand 2021. Based on true events, this powerful video presents an experience of domestic violence and the thoughts of a victim/survivor.
Produced with actors there is no extreme violence and no one was harmed in the making of the video. However, it may be upsetting for some people so viewer discretion is advised.
“This is for everyone out there who faces violence everyday but doesn't have the strength to walk away.” - Noleen Natasha Dayal
Cast: Anglyn Alicia Dayal, Amit Ashween Chand, Azaleah Alicia Prakash
Shine is grateful to the Mrs Universe New Zealand pageant and its candidates for their ongoing support in raising awareness and funds for victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Do you need help?
If you have a partner, ex-partner, or family member who is controlling and abusing you, it may be impossible to find safety and freedom without support and advocacy from others.
If you think you or someone else is experiencing domestic violence, you can call Shine’s helpline 0508 744 633 for advice on the best and safest way to get help.
It is OK to ask for help. You deserve to be safe, and you have the right to live with dignity, free from violence, fear and someone else controlling your life.
Shine’s domestic violence helpline 0508 744 633 free & confidential, nationwide in New Zealand. You can also use the webchat on Shine's website to talk to a helpline counsellor. Open daily 9am-11pm.
Mitre 10 kennels at refuge 22-Jan-2021 | Shine News
Mitre 10 have converted an old shed at a Shine refuge into a kennel for housing up to three dogs.
In June last year, Mitre 10 called for nominations of community DIY projects across New Zealand that needed makeovers or a helping hand as part of its new Mitre 10 Helping Hands programme and asked Kiwis to vote. Shine’s kennel project was one of two chosen out of 250 entries.
With only one other refuge in New Zealand accepting animals, this project will make a significant difference for those needing to escape unsafe situations, says Shine’s acting General Manager Sally Ward.
“Our clients say that their pets are an important part of the family, as well as their emotional support and many will stay in an unsafe situation because they cannot leave their pets behind. This project means that they don’t have to.”
Thank you to the team from Mitre 10 and everyone who voted for Shine’s kennel project!
Shine Quiz Night Fundraiser 21-Jan-2021 | Current Events
with the talented and funny Laura Daniel as your MC.
Come and enjoy a Pub Quiz evening, with a drink on arrival, drink specials and a silent auction on the night with all proceeds going to Shine.
The event will open at 7.00pm with the Quiz starting at 7.30pm, so please make sure you enter with plenty of time.
It will be held upstairs at The Kingslander. Tables will be from 4-8 people, so please book as a group or under one booking name. Numbers are limited so book via Eventbrite soon!
A big thanks to The Kingslander and all our sponsors for helping us make this happen.
Date: 18 February
Location: The Kingslander - 470 New North Road, Kingsland, Auckland 1021 Tickets are $25 on Eventbrite and include a drink on arrival Doors open 7pm Event starts 7:30pm
While 2020 will be remembered by many as the year of COVID, staff at Shine and other family violence services, will remember it as a "horror" year, according to Shine's Policy Advisor Holly Carrington. Holly and Shine's Advocate Team Manager Debbs Murray spoke with Newshub about the increased severity and ongoing nature of the violence.
