Est. 2002 ยท Otahuhu, South Auckland
New Zealand Sikh
Women’s Association
Strengthening & empowering families for over 23 years.
Supporting women, children and families to live free from violence through holistic, culturally responsive services.
Years Serving
Our Community
Kiwibank
Local Hero Award
Based in Otahuhu
South Auckland
Lives Changed
& Families Healed
Who We Are
Founded by courageous migrant women
Since 2002, NZSWA has provided holistic support to South East Asian and Asian women, children, and families experiencing the dynamics of domestic and family violence. We are based in Otahuhu and serve communities across South Auckland and Counties Manukau.
Our vision is to support families to lead productive and harmonious lives โ free from violence. We strengthen and empower migrant families while ensuring their safety and overall well-being.
Our Vision
To support families experiencing domestic violence to lead productive and harmonious lives.
Our Mission
To strengthen and empower migrant families whilst settling into a new society, ensuring their safety and well-being through holistic services.
What We Do
Our Services
Holistic, culturally responsive support for women, children, and families.
Crisis & Advocacy
Safe house referrals, legal advocacy, and liaison with Police, WINZ, and Oranga Tamariki.
Counselling
Bi-lingual individual, relationship, and family counselling with qualified ethnic counsellors.
Family Mediation
Working with couples and extended families to mediate conflicts safely and respectfully.
Community Outreach
Home visits, hospital call-outs, and community-based support for families in need.
Interpretation & Cross-Cultural
Bi-lingual interpretation in Hindi and Punjabi, plus orientation for new migrants.
Community Education
Driver licence classes, healthy eating, upcycling workshops, and violence prevention programmes.
Green Warrior Workshops
Our popular monthly workshops in Otahuhu teach families โ from children as young as six to their grandparents โ practical ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. From repurposing saris to creating sensory boards from upcycled materials, we’re building sustainable communities together.
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Need support? We are here for you.
All enquiries are confidential. Reach out today โ you are not alone.