Who we've helped
Ebony’s story
After continued domestic violence from her ex-partner, Ebony finally sought help. Doing our Safety Programme was the turning point she needed to free herself from fear and start living the life she wanted.
Elizabeth’s story
After a tough start in life and years of battling addictions, domestic violence and unhealthy relationships, Elizabeth was determined to change, for her children. Elizabeth was the youngest of six children raised by...
Sifa’s story
Sifa is a SWiS/MASSISS worker who works at Manurewa High School, supporting students throughout their high school years “I love my job and while it can be challenging, every time I help a...
Cecilia’s story
Cecilia, a social worker with Iosis, has been at St Anne’s Catholic School in Manurewa for nearly two years. “Being part of the Iosis SWiS (Social Workers in Schools) team really helps,” she...
Telina & Rodney’s story
Telina and Rodney are currently caring for their first foster child, Kya*, a little girl who is almost two years old. She arrived late one night with nothing but the clothes on her...
Aharei’s story
A mum to two children by the age of 17, Aharei had a very unhappy childhood. She spent most of her early years in foster care with relatives, where she was sexually abused....
Mana’s story
After being sexually abused as a child by her stepfather, Mana spent much of her childhood in foster care. Through our programmes, she has learnt to break the cycle of abuse, and become...
