Dear White Ribbon Supporter

Recently the Ministry of Justice released a discussion document about New Zealand’s family violence laws.

The domestic violence act was introduced in 1995 (reviewed in 2007) and the discussion document is an opportunity to review the current laws and plot an improved direction.

The Ministry wants to know your views along with any other ideas you have for strengthening New Zealand’s family violence laws.

This is exciting news and we encourage you to have your say.

• To read the White Ribbon press release about the discussion document click here
• A more in-depth analysis from White Ribbon Chair Judge Boshier is available here
• Have your say on the discussion document – information on how you can have your say is here

images courtesy of Ministry of Justice

Please consider a bequest to White Ribbon!

If you are passionate about the White Ribbon, and have already pledged your support for our anti-violence movement, perhaps you would also consider leaving a bequest to White Ribbon.

Although it would be wonderful if our work had been completed, and New Zealand was a completely non-violent community by the time you pass away, the statistics tell us that our work will be essential long into the future.

Your bequest (just like a message in a bottle) will send a message to the good guys that their pledge for White Ribbon is making a difference, now and into the future.

To find more information about leaving a bequest to White Ribbon visit our website, or have a look at our pages on the Include A Charity Website.

White Ribbon Riders visit Soroptimist International meeting in Murchison

Recently White Ribbon Ambassadors and Riders Jackie Adams, Colin Agnew and Libby Agnew, attended a Soroptimist International meeting in Murchison.  Jackie spoke about White Ribbon and the violence in our communities drawing on personal and professional experiences. We'd like to thank the Soroptimist International for their kind offer to assist with the 2015 campaign and look forward to their continuing involvement. Pictured Jackie Adams, Yvonne Simpson (Soroptimist International President), Libby Agnew and Colin Agnew.

Click here to download the latest White Ribbon Ride Schedules.

Volunteering

Working as a volunteer for the White Ribbon campaign was an incredible learning curve and an enriching experience that I would highly recommend.

From the very beginning I felt I was helping to make a positive change, meeting a diverse range of people and learning more about the practical aspects of a not-for-profit organisation.

I worked both behind the scenes and on site at various White Ribbon events during White Ribbon months, giving me an appreciation of the campaign's audience and reach. As part of a team collectively working towards a positive, non-violent New Zealand, I learned an incredible amount, gained invaluable experience, and had the satisfaction of knowing I was making a difference.

I am currently participating in a University Exchange with the University of Edinburgh. My work experience with White Ribbon, and the reference that followed, enhanced my application and greatly helped with my acceptance in the program.

The volunteer internship is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable experience and also to help in the community, and something I would highly recommend to all.

For more information on volunteering click here.

The new draft 2015 Ride Schedule is out. Check out the schedule here.
Want to take part in the 2015 White Ribbon Ride or just stay in the loop? Make sure we have your contact details as a rider so we can send out regular updates. Click here to update your details and find out more about Ride 15.

The proposed Rides this year are:

• Palmerston North to Whanganui
• Hamilton to Rotoroa
• Otorohanga to Auckland
• South Island