About Us

Lighthouse Southland, previously known as Stopping Violence Southland, is a specialist family violence agency that has been working towards a safer Southland since 1994.

 

Organisation of Lighthouse

Lighthouse Southland is governed by an elected Board.
The Lighthouse staff are made up of:
  • General Manager
  • Practice Manager
  • Administrator
  • Full-time Facilitators
  • Casual Group Facilitators
What do we mean by Lighthouse?

Meaning of Lighthouse

Traditionally and symbolically, Lighthouses helped provide Hope, Support and Safety for those at sea.

And this well captures how we see our work here at Lighthouse Southland-as that which provides Safety, Support and Hope to individuals, families, and communities.

Our Vision and mission - Lighthouse - Stopping Violence Southland

Mission and Values

Vision:
Aotearoa- Communities where we all feel valued and safe in our relationships.

Mission:
To guide our Murihiku community to safe and healthy relationships through support and education.

Our four pillars - Lighthouse - Stopping Violence Southland

Our Four Pou (Pillars)

Whānaungatanga
Relationships and Connections
Kaitiakitanga
Protection and Accountability
Manaakitanga
Respect, Care and Compassion
Tika & Pono
Integrity and Authenticity

Our Funders

Safe relationships,
Safe whānau,
Safe communities

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