January 2009 Volume 4: Issue 2<br/> ISSN 1178-4652 (Online)
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Shakti Community Council Inc has opened its office in Central Wellington in an effort to effectively lobby government policy and strengthen Shakti's presence at national and international levels. Shakti was founded in response to immigrant issues and the rate of domestic violence in the Asian, African and Middle Eastern migrant and refugee communities in Aotearoa New Zealand. Shakti's first refuge was established in 1998 and currently the organisation has four ethnic women's refuges providing cultural-competent services besides other advocacy and support services. The organization provides an important space for the women seeking freedom from male violence and domination. Along with safe accommodation, other services include culturally appropriate counselling, advocacy, health support and life skills support.
