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

Child Protection

MSASS is committed to child protection. You can find a copy of our policy here.

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.

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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.

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Our ACC Providers

The MSASS ACC Provider team is made up of counsellors and social workers. The team is experienced in providing trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual harm. Our providers 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.

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