Talking about family violence - Roxy's story

Roxy tells her story of abuse from a partner and the different tactics he used to control and intimidate her while she was in the relationship and after she left.
These videos feature interviews with New Zealanders talking about family violence. They include descriptions of violence and strong language. Please take care when viewing as some content may be triggering for people.
A warm thank you to the people who volunteered to share their personal experiences of family violence to help others who are affected.
If you need to talk to someone about violence that is happening to you or that you are using on others, you can contact these organisations:
• It’s not OK information line 0800 456 450 - family violence support services
• Shine 0508 744 633 - family violence support
• Women’s Refuge 0800 733 843 - family violence support
• Shakti 0800 742 584 - family violence support for Asian, African, Middle Eastern women
• Safe to talk 0800 044 334 - sexual violence support services
• National Network of Stopping Violence Services nnsvs.org.nz/ - stopping violence support services.
There is information about family violence and Protection Orders on our Ministry of Justice website:
www.justice.go...
Community support agencies and service providers can order a USB copy of this video free of charge from the Ministry of Justice by emailing our Publications team: [e-mail].