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Victim Support listens to the Christchurch victims’ voices
Tuesday, 25 June 2019, 3:04 pm | Victim Support
This week Victim Support prepares to announce plans for the last distribution of donated funds to the victims of the Christchurch mosque attacks. Victim Support Chief Executive Kevin Tso states: “I want to thank the victims for their bravery, their ... More >>
Last chance to donate: Victim Support’s Christchurch Appeal
Wednesday, 29 May 2019, 8:32 pm | Victim Support
Last chance to donate to Victim Support’s Christchurch Appeal, donations still flowing in Following months of generous support from the public, Victim Support will close its Givealittle page at 11.59pm tomorrow, 30 May. The page has raised almost ... More >>
Public support continues for victims of Christchurch attacks
Thursday, 23 May 2019, 4:13 pm | Victim Support
The public continue to show their empathy and support for those affected by the Christchurch mosque attacks with another $169 thousand pledged to Victim Support’s Givealittle page in the past three weeks alone, taking the total to almost $10.7 million. Victim ... More >>
Victim Support outlines fund plan for victims of shooting
Friday, 10 May 2019, 9:38 am | Victim Support
Victim Support outlines fund plan for victims of Christchurch attacks More >>
Victim Support on distribution of funds for mosque victims
Monday, 6 May 2019, 12:41 pm | Victim Support
For the past 30 years our sole purpose has been to bring emotional, financial and physical support to victims. We are committed to this service 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. Victim Support is an independent charitable organisation which offers ... More >>
More than $3 million paid to Christchurch victims
Tuesday, 30 April 2019, 8:39 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support have distributed more than $3 million to the victims and families of those affected by the Christchurch tragedy, as more people continue to seek help. More >>
Almost $1.7 million paid to Christchurch victims so far
Wednesday, 10 April 2019, 3:11 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support has provided support to over 800 people directly affected by the 15 March Christchurch shootings and distributed almost $1.7 million in financial support to victims, the victims’ charity has confirmed. More >>
Victim Support making payments to Christchurch victims
Wednesday, 20 March 2019, 2:57 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support has begun making emergency payments to Christchurch Mosque victims and families with money generously donated from the public, in addition to funds available through the Ministry of Justice’s Victim Assistance Scheme administered ... More >>
Update on Victim Support Givealittle Fund
Tuesday, 19 March 2019, 2:20 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support has now received over $6 million through its online Givealittle campaign, launched in support of victims affected by Friday’s shootings in Christchurch. More >>
Victim Support launches Official Fund
Saturday, 16 March 2019, 12:36 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support launches Official Fund for support of Christchurch Shooting Victims Victim Support has launched an official fund to raise funds for victims of today’s shootings in Christchurch, and is encouraging anyone affected by the incidents to ... More >>
Victims lack faith in justice system, shows study
Monday, 4 March 2019, 11:00 am | Victim Support
The majority of serious crime victims lack faith in the justice system and feel justice was not served in their case, according to new research released by Victim Support. More >>
New victim statistics good news, but work remains to be done
Thursday, 14 February 2019, 8:56 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support is welcoming statistics released today showing a 2.7 per cent decline in victimisations over the last year. More >>
Work remains to reduce impacts of homicide: Victim Support
Thursday, 27 September 2018, 1:07 pm | Victim Support
While New Zealand’s homicide rate is falling, too many families are still facing the trauma of homicide, says Victim Support Chief Executive Kevin Tso. More >>
Many hidden impacts behind suicide numbers
Friday, 24 August 2018, 1:01 pm | Victim Support
Many hidden impacts behind suicide numbers says Victim Support More >>
Victims Summit must capture missing voices
Thursday, 23 August 2018, 12:22 pm | Victim Support
Victims’ needs must be at the heart of any reforms to criminal justice system, says Victim Support Acting Chief Executive Karen McLeay following this week’s justice summit. More >>
New ATAP a bold step for safer Auckland travel
Thursday, 26 April 2018, 2:16 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support is congratulating the Government and Auckland City Council for upping the ante on Auckland’s road safety. More >>
Transport announcement an opportunity to save lives on roads
Wednesday, 4 April 2018, 5:30 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support is welcoming the Government’s new Draft Policy Statement on Land Transport as an opportunity to enhance safety on our roads, and encouraging the Government to set specific targets to improve safety and reduce deaths and serious injuries ... More >>
More investment needed for victim services
Friday, 3 February 2017, 9:26 am | Victim Support
Today’s announcement of additional funding for Police and the justice sector is welcome news for victims of crime says Victim Support Chief Executive Kevin Tso, but must be matched with investment in victims as well as offenders. More >>
Victim Support celebrates 30th birthday
Tuesday, 18 October 2016, 2:49 pm | Victim Support
Victim Support celebrates 30th birthday October 2016 marks 30 years since Victim Support was founded by a small, courageous group of volunteers in 1986. Victim Support management, staff, and volunteers gathered with Police and other friends last night ... More >>
Victim Support welcomes government’s new CVA
Friday, 13 November 2015, 12:57 pm | Victim Support
Kevin Tso, Victim Support’s Chief Executive says that Victim Support commends the appointment of New Zealand’s first Chief Victims Advisor, Dr Kim McGregor. More >>