Living Without Violence Programmes (LWVP)
Our goal is to improve safety in our community. While we have a particular focus on supporting men to make healthy changes, we are also able to provide support and programmes for women, children and families.
We offer programmes in English, as well as Māori, Samoan and Tongan languages . Click on each of the below to find out more about these specific programmes.
→ Taukumekume ki Mauri Ora / Marae Based Tikanga Māori Living Without Violence Programme
We encourage you to talk to us about the best option for you.
Features of the LWVP:
Designed to teach skills required to express yourself and understand others safely and respectfully
Ministry of Justice approved
Runs for 18 weeks (42 hours)
12 different groups spread over 6 days
Tongan and Samoan speaking groups
Age specific groups (eg. young men 18 - 22)
Topics:
Safety – for self and others, especially children
Making changes
Self management
Relationship and family wellbeing
Anger
Violence
Power and control
Alcohol and drugs
When are LWV Programmes available?
Our programmes are open, they run continuously so men can start at any time.
How do I complete a programme?
By participating in:
A 1:1 one hour initial interview (interview times are usually between 8am – 4pm)
A two and a half hour orientation evening (usually on a Monday evening 6pm – 8.30pm) before going in to a group
Weekly two and a half hour group sessions (15 in total)
An individual one hour completion interview (1 hour)
Contact us for more information or to refer yourself or someone else.
