Shakti Woman’s Refuge Trust, a non-profit organisation, supports migrant and refugee women from Asian, African, and Middle Eastern backgrounds, aiming for a world free from fear and violence, where women and children can exercise their rights.
Led by ethnic women, Shakti combats oppression and gender-based violence while promoting human rights and social change.
Contact us at 0800 SHAKTI (0800 742 584) for our 24/7 crisis line and region-specific assistance.
Our Core Services include:
– 24/7 domestic violence crisis services
– Specialist refuges in Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga, and Wellington
– Drop-in centres nationwide
– NZQA-accredited training and education
– Youth services and advocacy on various fronts including human rights, legal, housing, police, immigration, and CEDAW.
Visit https://shaktiinternational.org/ for more information.
Shakti Woman’s Refuge Trust – Christchurch Branch
Drop-in Centre Location: Unit 3/7 Burdale Street, Christchurch.
Contact phone number: 03 9409416
Email: chchadmin@shakti.org.nz
For immediate assistance, dial 111 if you’re in danger.