Hon Judith Collins
Minister of Justice
30 August 2012 Media Statement
$1m to support victims of domestic abuse
Justice Minister Judith Collins will tomorrow launch the expansion of the safe@home domestic violence prevention
programme, committing $1 million over the next two years to the project delivered by Auckland charity, Shine.
Ms Collins says at least 900 extra homes will be strengthened with enhanced security, supporting women and children at
risk of repeat victimisation.
“Safe@home helps keep vulnerable women and children safe from domestic abuse without them having to leave their own
homes. Families can stay where their established support networks such as neighbours and school friends are.
“Safe@home provides safety tools like monitored personal alarms, escape plans and reinforced doors, and is in addition
to a protection order imposed by a judge,” Ms Collins says.
The increased funding will enable Shine to expand the programme into Christchurch, South Auckland and Tauranga.
“We are committed to protecting victims and preventing repeat victimisation. By making homes safer and more secure we
are giving these families tools to help keep them safe from continued abuse,” Ms Collins says.
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