who are we

RespectEd Aotearoa is an organisation specialising in the prevention of sexualised violence and its harm. We work with workplaces, schools, government and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

We support organisations and communities to build cultures where respect is expected, harm is prevented, and people know how to respond safely and appropriately when harm does occur. Our work is built on best practice, tailored, and delivered with care, clarity, and integrity.

What We Do

We partner with organisations to strengthen their ability to prevent and respond to sexualised violence and its harm. Our work spans training and specialist advisory support, tailored to the context and needs of each organisation.

Our services include:

Facilitated workshops for workplaces, schools, and communities
Open-access training for individuals and small teams (coming soon)
Specialist advisory services focused on culture, systems, and capability
Support with policy, procedures, and response frameworks

All our work is trauma and violence-informed, culturally and organisationally responsive, and designed to support practical, real-world change. We work closely with organisations to ensure our approach is appropriate, safe, and aligned with their responsibilities to staff, students, and communities.

Programmes & Services

testimonials

New Zealand Defence Force

"RespectEd Aotearoa has been an invaluable partner in supporting the New Zealand Defence Force with the development of a family violence and harmful sexual behaviour training package for our healthcare workforce.

The NZDF is a complex organisation, managing military and civilian workforces in domestic and deployed environments. RespectEd Aotearoa adapted to the unique organisational environment, delivering a programme which was evidence-based, practical, and appropriately tailored to meet our operational needs.

We have thoroughly enjoyed working with them on this programme, appreciating their expertise and dedication to this work."

our origins

RespectEd Aotearoa was established in 2015 by our founding partners — Wellington Rape Crisis, WellStop, and HELP — to address a clear gap in sexual violence prevention services.

Our organisation was created to bring prevention expertise into workplaces, schools, and community settings, complementing specialist response services and supporting early intervention.

Our Board

RespectEd Aotearoa is governed by an experienced Board with expertise across public policy, law, communications, harmful sexual behaviour, and sexual violence response.

The Board provides strategic oversight and ensures the organisation remains accountable, sustainable, and aligned with best-practice prevention approaches. Together, they support RespectEd Aotearoa to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed work that responds to the realities faced by organisations and communities across Aotearoa.