A new safe haven for survivors of domestic violence

By I Got Your Back Pack

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A New Safe Haven For Survivors Of Domestic Violence

Project 2020-07-25 13:04:03 +1200

Aotearoa has one of the worst rates of domestic violence in the developed world. One in three women will experience physical or sexual assault from a partner in their lifetime. This is not acceptable.  

As well as a safe space to stay, we hope to provide a place to heal through trauma and break the cycle of domestic violence for the families that come through our doors. 

With lots of space for each family unit, nature on the backdoor, therapeutic services and activities, and no time limits to stays, we have the opportunity to create a truly restorative and empowering haven. 

How it will work

The current model in New Zealand means, generally speaking, each family unit shares one room in a safe house, which could mean there is up to six people living in a room, and sharing a bathroom and kitchen with the other residents.

In our safe haven, we will be able to offer each family unit their own bathroom, lounge and two bedrooms — one room for mum and one room for the kids, giving mum space and time to heal, rest and recover. 

There will be three women at any given time, plus her children, and they will stay in our care for as long as needed. For us to really focus on establishing them safely in the community, no time limits would be allocated for them in our safe haven. We will, however, actively work on reestablishment and review periods to ensure the people with us can move forward when they are ready.

Amazing organisations and individuals have already put their hands up to help us by offering incredible services including art therapy, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, hairdressing and osteopath visits. We are continuing to get more therapeutic courses on-board, to offer a full wraparound healing experience.  

The house has land and gardens, providing a restorative space for our families to be in nature, garden and play outside.

The team are proud to say that the house is accessible, meaning that this is a welcoming environment for all. “As a mum of two and wheelchair user that has seen dark days and now has a beautiful, safe, accessible home, I have had a dream for years of an accessible safe place.” Says Rachel, a pledger on the campaign and Community Manager at YES Disability Resource Centre. “Disabled women, especially if they’re young are in danger. This refuge is amazing, thank you for your work”. 

-

"This sounds like a lighthouse in the storm that is domestic violence. 

I really hope you get the support you need to make this a reality because it would be incredible for so many, including me and my kids when we went through it many years ago. Even the language you use, a safe haven, sounds beautiful. Best of luck."
— Ann

There are a number of refuges and safe houses around Aotearoa who are working so hard on this every single day. It is a sad reality that we still need more places of refuge due to domestic violence. But it is the reality.  As a nation we absolutely need more safe places for survivors of domestic violence to go to and stay, so that they feel confident that they can leave, and have the space and support to heal once they do.

 

I Got Your Back Pack (IGYBP)

I Got Your Back Pack has been providing care packs to survivors of domestic violence across New Zealand for five years.  Each year, IGYBP is providing more and more packs to refuges across the country, with over 2600 packs in 2019, and already 3000 packs in 2020. We understand the need and the impact of thoughtful touches when survivors have left their homes and are starting anew.  

We believe we have the passion and capability to create a new and unique model to healing through trauma. We are passionate about continuing to collaborate with other amazing organisations in this work and providing our care packs across the country, including to our own safe home.  

For more information on our organisation, please view our website or email us: [email protected] 

 

Where will the money go? 

The money we are raising will go directly to the ongoing costs of running our safe haven including paying ongoing bills and providing staff at house. Please note these are estimated costs.  

Estimated weekly costs

Pie graph showing the split of weekly costs.

 

We have set a total goal of $50,000 to begin this project with confidence to provide stability and time to put in place regular funding cycles. We have just over half of this raised thanks to the generosity of donations, mentioned below. $15,000 is the minimum that we need to complete our goal, and for anything raised above and beyond that will mean another night, week or month that we can provide refuge for our families. 

"More than escape - a place to heal"

Thank you to our supporters 

Thank you to all of the incredible organisations and individuals who have put their hand up to help us offer some incredible courses free in the safe house, which include; art therapy, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, osteopathy, equine therapy, hairdressing, massage and cleaning.

I Got Your Back Pack has been offered by Te Whānau Rangimārie (a privately run Auckland safe house) policy and procedure support moving forward, stating our idea of a physical and emotional wrap around service for domestic violence would make a huge impact. We are so grateful for their support. 

Bunnings have generously financially contributed to this project, putting us well on the way to achieving our goal. This support from NZ business means a lot to us.  

Reward partners - thank you to all of the organisations who have generously gifted the amazing rewards that we can offer for pledges. 

 

Our team 

We really do have a community behind us at I Got Your Back Pack, for which we are so grateful. The team that are currently working on the set up of this safe haven are: 

Anita 

Anita is the Heart of I Got Your Back Pack and the reason we exist. Responsible for our vision, operational activities and new initiatives. Her role includes liaison with the refuges, packing, distribution, social media and relationships. 

Liane 

Liane helps keep us organised and held accountable. Responsible for the accounts and meeting the Charities Register reporting requirements. Liane also assists with packing, distribution and helps with fundraisers as needed.

Laura 

Laura is one of the trustees of I Got Your Back Pack and is helping out with fundraising, events, partnerships and marketing. Laura is passionate about the work Anita and the team do, and excited to see the next stage of this journey, supporting New Zealanders to rest, recover and heal. 

 

Comments

Updates 1

Thank you for your pledge!

27/09/2020 at 5:49 PM

Kia ora everybody! 

Thank you all so much for your pledges and support of our campaign to create a new kind of safe haven for survivors of domestic violence. 

We have now received all of the pledges, and will be processing your pledge rewards over the next week or so. 

We are also working through our todo list of all of the bits and pieces that are required to get this safe haven up and running. This involves a lot of work, policy and procedures so will take some time, but we will keep you up to date as we go, via our Facebook and Instagram.   

Thank you, and much love to you all! 

From the I Got Your Back Pack team xx

    Pledgers 196

    Raewyn Jack
    07/09/2020 at 5:00pm

    "You guys are awesome!"

    Toni Williams
    07/09/2020 at 1:56pm
    theres behrent
    07/09/2020 at 1:25pm

    "The work of IGYBP ripples relentlessly and positively across the community in so many ways to back those who need a hand up and out. It's inspiring and needed."

    Maryam
    07/09/2020 at 10:09am

    "For all of the incredible women behind I Got Your Backpack and the brave women they serve. Kia kaha x"

    Sophie Grace
    07/09/2020 at 8:07am
    Chrissy Juno
    06/09/2020 at 8:20pm

    "Industrie French Kitchen Taupo...."

    Rae Rae
    06/09/2020 at 6:06pm
    Sami-Rose Kirikiri
    06/09/2020 at 9:24am
    Anonymous pledger
    05/09/2020 at 8:34pm
    Janine Hinton
    05/09/2020 at 1:58pm

    "Such an amazing cause, so proud of you I Got Your Back Pack. You are doing awesome things. "

    Anonymous pledger
    05/09/2020 at 11:15am
    Emily Clark
    03/09/2020 at 8:26am
    Stacey Sainty
    02/09/2020 at 10:27pm
    Carol Herbert
    02/09/2020 at 12:53pm
    Debra Moran
    02/09/2020 at 6:50am

    "Keep up all the amazing work❤️"

    Terri Nicoll
    01/09/2020 at 9:32pm

    "Blessed be xx"

    Terri Taylor
    01/09/2020 at 8:27pm

    "You guys are doing amazing work making the World a better place. Thank you!"

    Anonymous pledger
    01/09/2020 at 7:27pm
    Kirsti ferrari
    01/09/2020 at 6:15pm

    "big squishy hugs and love to all involved in this xx"

    Athena Lin
    01/09/2020 at 5:33pm
    Dee
    31/08/2020 at 3:45pm

    "Thank you for offering families the chance to change their lives for the healthier. Arohanui, Dee from the Compassion Hub xxx"

    Dee
    31/08/2020 at 3:41pm

    "So happy you’ve topped your target!!! Huge congratulations! Love Dee at the Compassion Hub"

    Anonymous pledger
    31/08/2020 at 2:32pm
    Lisa Cheney
    31/08/2020 at 10:55am
    Anonymous pledger
    31/08/2020 at 10:53am
    Deanna Vickers
    30/08/2020 at 8:37pm
    Katrina
    30/08/2020 at 7:43pm
    Vanessa Jane Corry
    30/08/2020 at 5:33pm
    Lisa Mead
    30/08/2020 at 2:56pm

    "From Lisa and Dakota at Social Currency. Love your mahi and proud to support the at-risk rangatahi supported by this much needed initiative!"

    Anonymous pledger
    30/08/2020 at 11:37am

    Followers 1

    Followers of A new safe haven for survivors of domestic violence

    A New Safe Haven For Survivors Of Domestic Violence

    Project 2020-07-25 13:04:03 +1200

    Aotearoa has one of the worst rates of domestic violence in the developed world. One in three women will experience physical or sexual assault from a partner in their lifetime. This is not acceptable.  

    As well as a safe space to stay, we hope to provide a place to heal through trauma and break the cycle of domestic violence for the families that come through our doors. 

    With lots of space for each family unit, nature on the backdoor, therapeutic services and activities, and no time limits to stays, we have the opportunity to create a truly restorative and empowering haven. 

    How it will work

    The current model in New Zealand means, generally speaking, each family unit shares one room in a safe house, which could mean there is up to six people living in a room, and sharing a bathroom and kitchen with the other residents.

    In our safe haven, we will be able to offer each family unit their own bathroom, lounge and two bedrooms — one room for mum and one room for the kids, giving mum space and time to heal, rest and recover. 

    There will be three women at any given time, plus her children, and they will stay in our care for as long as needed. For us to really focus on establishing them safely in the community, no time limits would be allocated for them in our safe haven. We will, however, actively work on reestablishment and review periods to ensure the people with us can move forward when they are ready.

    Amazing organisations and individuals have already put their hands up to help us by offering incredible services including art therapy, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, hairdressing and osteopath visits. We are continuing to get more therapeutic courses on-board, to offer a full wraparound healing experience.  

    The house has land and gardens, providing a restorative space for our families to be in nature, garden and play outside.

    The team are proud to say that the house is accessible, meaning that this is a welcoming environment for all. “As a mum of two and wheelchair user that has seen dark days and now has a beautiful, safe, accessible home, I have had a dream for years of an accessible safe place.” Says Rachel, a pledger on the campaign and Community Manager at YES Disability Resource Centre. “Disabled women, especially if they’re young are in danger. This refuge is amazing, thank you for your work”. 

    -

    "This sounds like a lighthouse in the storm that is domestic violence. 

    I really hope you get the support you need to make this a reality because it would be incredible for so many, including me and my kids when we went through it many years ago. Even the language you use, a safe haven, sounds beautiful. Best of luck."
    — Ann

    There are a number of refuges and safe houses around Aotearoa who are working so hard on this every single day. It is a sad reality that we still need more places of refuge due to domestic violence. But it is the reality.  As a nation we absolutely need more safe places for survivors of domestic violence to go to and stay, so that they feel confident that they can leave, and have the space and support to heal once they do.

     

    I Got Your Back Pack (IGYBP)

    I Got Your Back Pack has been providing care packs to survivors of domestic violence across New Zealand for five years.  Each year, IGYBP is providing more and more packs to refuges across the country, with over 2600 packs in 2019, and already 3000 packs in 2020. We understand the need and the impact of thoughtful touches when survivors have left their homes and are starting anew.  

    We believe we have the passion and capability to create a new and unique model to healing through trauma. We are passionate about continuing to collaborate with other amazing organisations in this work and providing our care packs across the country, including to our own safe home.  

    For more information on our organisation, please view our website or email us: [email protected] 

     

    Where will the money go? 

    The money we are raising will go directly to the ongoing costs of running our safe haven including paying ongoing bills and providing staff at house. Please note these are estimated costs.  

    Estimated weekly costs

    Pie graph showing the split of weekly costs.

     

    We have set a total goal of $50,000 to begin this project with confidence to provide stability and time to put in place regular funding cycles. We have just over half of this raised thanks to the generosity of donations, mentioned below. $15,000 is the minimum that we need to complete our goal, and for anything raised above and beyond that will mean another night, week or month that we can provide refuge for our families. 

    "More than escape - a place to heal"

    Thank you to our supporters 

    Thank you to all of the incredible organisations and individuals who have put their hand up to help us offer some incredible courses free in the safe house, which include; art therapy, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, osteopathy, equine therapy, hairdressing, massage and cleaning.

    I Got Your Back Pack has been offered by Te Whānau Rangimārie (a privately run Auckland safe house) policy and procedure support moving forward, stating our idea of a physical and emotional wrap around service for domestic violence would make a huge impact. We are so grateful for their support. 

    Bunnings have generously financially contributed to this project, putting us well on the way to achieving our goal. This support from NZ business means a lot to us.  

    Reward partners - thank you to all of the organisations who have generously gifted the amazing rewards that we can offer for pledges. 

     

    Our team 

    We really do have a community behind us at I Got Your Back Pack, for which we are so grateful. The team that are currently working on the set up of this safe haven are: 

    Anita 

    Anita is the Heart of I Got Your Back Pack and the reason we exist. Responsible for our vision, operational activities and new initiatives. Her role includes liaison with the refuges, packing, distribution, social media and relationships. 

    Liane 

    Liane helps keep us organised and held accountable. Responsible for the accounts and meeting the Charities Register reporting requirements. Liane also assists with packing, distribution and helps with fundraisers as needed.

    Laura 

    Laura is one of the trustees of I Got Your Back Pack and is helping out with fundraising, events, partnerships and marketing. Laura is passionate about the work Anita and the team do, and excited to see the next stage of this journey, supporting New Zealanders to rest, recover and heal. 

     

    Comments

    Thank you for your pledge!

    27/09/2020 at 5:49 PM

    Kia ora everybody! 

    Thank you all so much for your pledges and support of our campaign to create a new kind of safe haven for survivors of domestic violence. 

    We have now received all of the pledges, and will be processing your pledge rewards over the next week or so. 

    We are also working through our todo list of all of the bits and pieces that are required to get this safe haven up and running. This involves a lot of work, policy and procedures so will take some time, but we will keep you up to date as we go, via our Facebook and Instagram.   

    Thank you, and much love to you all! 

    From the I Got Your Back Pack team xx

      Raewyn Jack
      07/09/2020 at 5:00pm

      "You guys are awesome!"

      Toni Williams
      07/09/2020 at 1:56pm
      theres behrent
      07/09/2020 at 1:25pm

      "The work of IGYBP ripples relentlessly and positively across the community in so many ways to back those who need a hand up and out. It's inspiring and needed."

      Maryam
      07/09/2020 at 10:09am

      "For all of the incredible women behind I Got Your Backpack and the brave women they serve. Kia kaha x"

      Sophie Grace
      07/09/2020 at 8:07am
      Chrissy Juno
      06/09/2020 at 8:20pm

      "Industrie French Kitchen Taupo...."

      Rae Rae
      06/09/2020 at 6:06pm
      Sami-Rose Kirikiri
      06/09/2020 at 9:24am
      Anonymous pledger
      05/09/2020 at 8:34pm
      Janine Hinton
      05/09/2020 at 1:58pm

      "Such an amazing cause, so proud of you I Got Your Back Pack. You are doing awesome things. "

      Anonymous pledger
      05/09/2020 at 11:15am
      Emily Clark
      03/09/2020 at 8:26am
      Stacey Sainty
      02/09/2020 at 10:27pm
      Carol Herbert
      02/09/2020 at 12:53pm
      Debra Moran
      02/09/2020 at 6:50am

      "Keep up all the amazing work❤️"

      Terri Nicoll
      01/09/2020 at 9:32pm

      "Blessed be xx"

      Terri Taylor
      01/09/2020 at 8:27pm

      "You guys are doing amazing work making the World a better place. Thank you!"

      Anonymous pledger
      01/09/2020 at 7:27pm
      Kirsti ferrari
      01/09/2020 at 6:15pm

      "big squishy hugs and love to all involved in this xx"

      Athena Lin
      01/09/2020 at 5:33pm
      Dee
      31/08/2020 at 3:45pm

      "Thank you for offering families the chance to change their lives for the healthier. Arohanui, Dee from the Compassion Hub xxx"

      Dee
      31/08/2020 at 3:41pm

      "So happy you’ve topped your target!!! Huge congratulations! Love Dee at the Compassion Hub"

      Anonymous pledger
      31/08/2020 at 2:32pm
      Lisa Cheney
      31/08/2020 at 10:55am
      Anonymous pledger
      31/08/2020 at 10:53am
      Deanna Vickers
      30/08/2020 at 8:37pm
      Katrina
      30/08/2020 at 7:43pm
      Vanessa Jane Corry
      30/08/2020 at 5:33pm
      Lisa Mead
      30/08/2020 at 2:56pm

      "From Lisa and Dakota at Social Currency. Love your mahi and proud to support the at-risk rangatahi supported by this much needed initiative!"

      Anonymous pledger
      30/08/2020 at 11:37am

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