Earlier this month, AWLA filed submissions to the Select Committee in support of the Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill. The submissions supported the spirit of the Bill in outlawing stalking recognising the importance in protecting victims. AWLA recommended strengthening the Bill by lowering the threshold for stalking behaviour, expanding protections to victims associates, …
Stalking
Anti-Stalking Open Letter
AWLA has recently joined forces with the Coalition for the Safety of Women and Children by endorsing an open letter urging the Government to strengthen the criminalise of stalking in Aotearoa New Zealand. This initiative aligns with AWLA’s steadfast dedication to advocating for legal reforms in Aotearoa New Zealand, ensuring the safety of women and …