Te Hau Tangata was launched at Wharewātea Marae in Māngere this week. Photo / Te Aorewa RollestonBy Te Aorewa Rolleston of RNZHalf of wāhine Māori have experienced sexual or physical violence, according to data provided within a 2020 Government report briefing. The Government is bringing together 10 departments under the programme, Te Hau Tangata, to tackle the issue. The Government report on prevention of family and sexual violence from ministry of justice data, showed one in two wāhine Māori experience sexual harm. Green Party co-leader and Minister for Family violence and sexual violence Marama Davidson led the launch of Te Hau Tangata.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 07, 2021 22:30 UTC