Our story
Midlands Sexual Assault Support Services Charitable Trust began in 2019, following the dissolution of the collective-run Rape and Sexual Abuse Healing Centre Inc which operated since the early 1980s.
We operate as a charitable trust with a governance board. Our registration number with Charities Services is CC56951.
Our Vision
Supporting those impacted by sexual harm through a safe and connected journey toward healing
Our Values
Professional Excellence - Through all our actions, communications and alliances
Purpose-filled Connections - Compassionate community collaborators working to create positive change
Trusted - Ensuring a safe, confidential space for all, where our actions meet our words
Service - People are always at the heart of our work
Our Board
The MSASS board is made up of experienced and knowledgeable trustees from a broad range of backgrounds. Our trustees are committed to ensuring MSASS is able to provide services to those who need it.
Our team
The MSASS clinical team is made up of counsellors and social workers. The team is experienced in providing trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual harm. Our staff are highly qualified and belong to the appropriate registration boards such as the New Zealand Association of Counsellors / Te Roopu Kaiwhiriwhiri o Aotearoa (NZAC), and the Social Workers Registration Board / Kāhui Whakamana Tauwhiro.
Our partners and collaborators
Keep safe online
If you need information on how to delete your browsing history or use Private or Incognito mode please check out www.techsafety.org.
