If you have sexual harm concern’s please contact: Te Puna Oranga Crisis Line 0800-222-042

Author: Prerita

Haumaru – Create a safe play area for your tamariki which is in public view where they can be seen

Haumaru – Create a safe space for your tamariki and rangatahi that is drug and alcohol free

Haumaru – Plan ahead of adult social events and choose responsible adult baby sitters

Ohiti – There may also be trickery (power play with the child)

Ohiti – Be alert to normal activities that seem ok like baby-sitting

Ohiti – The act of grooming is planned and deliberate

Hinengaro – Be aware that over 90% of all sexual violations are committed by people who the whānau know

Hinengaro – Ask questions about their background, watch, listen and observe their behavior, attitude

Hinengaro – Keep it real – you know your whānau

Hinengaro – Get to know the people who come into contact with the tamariki