“We see this as acknowledgement of not just the current team at Aviva, but even more importantly, those we have worked with to overcome the violence they have experienced."
At the close of our 50th year, we would like to thank everyone who has been on this journey with us since 1973.
When Ruth came to Aviva, she and her daughter Jessica were going through a tough time. Now they’re feeling safer.
If you have been following local news over the last few months, you might have seen some worrying headlines about The Loft/Ki Te Tihi. There is no reason to assume that the cut to The Loft’s funding will directly impact Aviva’s services or mean that we need to relocate.
And after three cancellations, it truly was worth the wait. Eight acts from across Otautahi Christchurch took to the stage, imitating The Spice Girls, Disney villains, Shania Twain and more.
For twenty-four-year-old Skyler (she/they), life was moving in exactly the right direction... until they were raped. Although life has been pretty challenging the past few years, with dedication and the right support, things are much more positive today.