Working together to eliminate sexual violence in Aotearoa
1 in 3 Kōtiro (Girls)
Will or have experienced Sexual Violence In Aotearoa New Zealand
1 in 5 Wāhine (Women)
Will or have experienced Sexual Violence in Aotearoa New Zeland
1 in 7 tama
(Boys)
Will or have experienced Sexual Violence in Aotearoa New Zealand
1 in 8 Tāne
(Men)
Will or have experienced Sexual Violence in
Aotearoa New Zealand
Sexual and Family Violence: The Intersection — 2026 Workshops
Registrations for below locations now available
In 2026, The Louise Nicholas Trust and Eclipse Family Violence services will be delivering
Sexual and Family Violence: The Intersection workshops across Aotearoa.
These workshops are designed for kaimahi, practitioners, and organisations working alongside people impacted by sexual violence, family violence, and complex trauma. The Intersection explores how these harms overlap, compound, and show up in real lives — and how we, as a sector, can respond in ways that are safer, more compassionate, and more effective.
Grounded in lived experience and trauma-informed practice, the workshops delivered by Louise Nicholas and Debbs Murray provide space for learning, reflection, and honest kōrero. Participants will gain practical insights, increased confidence, and a deeper understanding of the systems and dynamics that shape the experiences of tāngata whai ora.
Tickets will be available soon and are limited, so we encourage early registration once bookings open.
Locations and dates confirmed so far:
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Christchurch — 9 March 2026 - Hornby Club, 7 Carmen Road, Hornby
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Dunedin — 24 April 2026 - 23 Dowling Street, Dunedin Central.
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Auckland — 20 April 2026 - EPIT, 8 Gloucester Park Road, Onehunga
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Wellington — 22 April 2026 - Pathways, Salmond House 57 Vivian Street, Te Aro
This page will be updated as venues are confirmed and additional locations are added.
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✨ Important Update – Dunedin Workshop Date Change ✨
Due to a scheduling conflict with another workshop that has been booked in Dunedin since last year, we need to change the date of our upcoming workshop originally planned for 12 March 2026.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to ensure our event can be delivered in the best possible way for everyone involved.
🌿 Hei aha — we have a new date!
📅 24 April 2026
📍 Venue to be confirmed
We’ll share more details soon. Thank you for your continued support — we can’t wait to connect with you in Dunedin. 💛
A message from Louise
“For the past 17 years, I have walked alongside survivors, whānau, and communities who have shown immense strength in the face of sexual violence. The Louise Nicholas Trust was created so no one has to face the justice system alone.
We are here to listen, to stand with you, and to help you understand each step of the process — without judgement, pressure, or expectation. Your safety, your voice, and your choices come first.
If you choose to engage with the police or go through the court system, we will walk beside you. If you’re not ready, that’s okay too. You deserve information, support, and dignity at every stage.
To every survivor reading this: I believe you. I see your courage. And you do not have to navigate this journey on your own.”
-Louise Nicholas, Founder of The Louise Nicholas Trust
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