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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

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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.

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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 (venue to be confirmed)

  • Dunedin — 12 March 2026 - 23 Dowling Street, Dunedin Central.

  • Auckland — 20 April 2026 (venue to be confirmed)

  • Wellington — 22 April 2026 (venue to be confirmed)

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This page will be updated as venues are confirmed and additional locations are added.

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Media Statements

Our Voice in the Media
Read our official responses, statements, and updates on issues impacting survivors and communities.

A message from Louise

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“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.

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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.

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To every survivor reading this: I believe you. I see your courage. And you do not have to navigate this journey on your own.”

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-Louise Nicholas, Founder of The Louise Nicholas Trust

LNT & Eclipse workshop feedback

What Police and Survivors say about us

Survivor Feedback

"I self referred to the Louise Nicholas Trust. I could not have done this alone at all. LNT's help was immeasurable. She kept me informed right throughout the process, before, during and after the trial. LNT was committed to ensuring my safety on the day of the trial."
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