West Christchurch Women’s Refuge

18/06/2026

Every statistic tells a story.

Behind the numbers are real people, real whānau, and real experiences.

Family violence affects communities across Aotearoa every day, but support is available and change is possible.

If you or someone you know needs support:

📞 In an emergency, call 111
📞 West Christchurch Women's Refuge: (03) 379 0575
📞 0800 REFUGE (0800 733 843)

07/06/2026

🌈💜 This Pride Month, we celebrate the diversity, strength, and resilience of our LGBTQIA+ communities, including our Takatāpui whānau.

At West, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported for who they are. We recognise the importance of creating spaces where people can live authentically, free from violence, fear, and discrimination.

Pride is more than a celebration, it's a reminder of the power of acceptance, community, and belonging.

Love is love. Safety is for everyone. 🌈💛

04/06/2026

Not all control is obvious.

Sometimes it's framed as care, protection, or love. But when someone is monitoring you, limiting your choices, or making decisions for you without your consent, that's not support.

📞 03 379 0575
📧 [email protected]

26/05/2026

🚨 More on stalking!

26/05/2026

🚨 Stalking is now incorporated in The Crimes Legislation Amendment as a criminal offence

Explainer - Everybody knows what a stalker is. But until this month, it wasn't officially a crime. What will that mean?

25/05/2026

Keep an eye out for our Annual Appeal donation buckets in participating stores around Christchurch this June 💜

Every contribution, big or small, helps provide safety, support, and essential items for women and children in our community. Thank you to the businesses already taking part in this year’s appeal.

If your workplace or business would like to partake and host a bucket, please feel free to contact us 💛💜.

22/05/2026

No one should have to face this alone. 💜
If you need support, guidance, or a safe space to talk, please reach out using the contact details in this post.

17/05/2026

If you have been made to feel like too much or not enough, this is your reminder. Your needs, feelings, and voice matters. 💜

13/05/2026

A huge thank you to our amazing community for these generous donations 💜

These care packs and essentials will make a real difference for the wāhine and whānau we support. We’re so grateful for your generosity!

Your support means more than words can say ✨

10/05/2026

Strangulation is one of the most dangerous forms of family violence, even when there are no visible injuries.
It can cause serious internal harm, long-term trauma, and can be a strong predictor of future violence.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, support is available. You deserve safety, support, and to be heard 💛.

📞03 379 0575