Our Tenants
31 groups and organisations are currently tenants at Christchurch Community House. To visit each group/organisation's website, simply click on their name. To find out more information, please scroll down through the Tenant Information Directory below:
Tenant Information Directory
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AvivaAviva is a Canterbury-based, specialist family violence agency. Our aim is to better support people to overcome family violence and live fulfilled lives - together or apart. Established in 1973 as Christchurch Women's Refuge - New Zealand's first refuge - we have evolved the support we offer far beyond traditional refuge accommodation (although we offer that too). We now work with men as well as children and women at any point of their journey. We provide an extensive and unique range of specialist services based in a positive, inspirational approach.
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Beneficiary Advisory ServiceBAS gives practical, expert advice and assistance on issues experienced by people on benefits and low incomes. We concentrate on welfare issues but can also help with ACC and Employment matters. We also are able to assist clients in / from domestic violence situations. If you have a problem that no one else has been able to help with, we may be able assist.
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Birthright Canterbury TrustSupports the children of one-parent families by ensuring those children have the same rights and privileges as all children.
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Canterbury Business AssociationA registered charity and incorporated society in New Zealand facilitating CBA is a registered charity, facilitating local and international connections for business persons and supports the employment and empowerment of migrants, youth, refugees and women.
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Canterbury Down Syndrome AssociationThe Canterbury Down Syndrome Association (CDSA) is an incorporated society and registered charity affiliated with the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association (NZDSA)
The CDSA Vision - All people are valued and contribution members of the community The CDSA Mission - To promote the participation of people with Down syndrome in their community, The Canterbury Down Syndrome Association provides support, education, and advocacy.
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Canterbury Youth Workers CollectiveThe Collective works to ensure that youth work in the Canterbury region is carried out in a planned and efficient way by coordinating youth work training and is committed to the development of youth work as a unique and professional practice.
CYWC consists of youth workers in the province of Canterbury, New Zealand and has been an incorporated society since 1986 with a charitable trust status.
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Christchurch Youth CouncilThe Christchurch Youth Council (Runaka Taiohi o Otautahi) is dedicated to advocating for a strong youth voice in Christchurch. We aim to provide young people with an avenue to have their say.
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Depression Support NetworkWe provide community support for young people and adults whose lives are affected by the experience of depression.
The Depression Support Network: - Provides community support for the youth and adults of Canterbury whose lives are affected by depression - Provides safe places where people can find empathy, acceptance and understanding - Provides for the generational, cultural diversity that exists in our community - Works with other organisations to facilitate better support for people - Facilitates awareness and knowledge of depression through education, presence and dialogue We support people whose lives are being affected by the experience of depression. We provide safe places where people can find empathy, acceptance and understanding as they learn to manage and recover from the affects of depression. Group Support Providing support, information, resources and education in confidential, social settings.
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Disabled Persons AssemblyDPA is an advocacy and lobby organisation dealing with issues concerning people with disabilities, their families & support networks.
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Enviroschools CanterburyThe Enviroschools programme supports children and young people to plan, design and implement sustainability actions that are important to them and their communities.
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Hepatitis C Resource CentreWe are peer support service for people affected by Hepatitis C and provide health promotion (raising awareness) and community education on viral Hepatitis and Liver disease.
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InfoxchangeInfoxchange is a not-for-profit social enterprise that has delivered technology for social justice for over 25 years. With over 100 staff across Australia and New Zealand we tackle the biggest social challenges through the smart and creative use of technology.
Services offered in NZ include:
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Interpreting New Zealand - ChristchurchInterpreting New Zealand exists to break down the language barrier between English-speaking professionals and their clients. We provide interpreters in some 70 languages, including NZ Sign Language. Our service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We offer face-to-face, telephone or video interpreting, depending on your need and location.
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Japanese Society of CanterburyThe aims of the Society are to encourage friendship and mutual understanding between Japan and New Zealand. Their work includes assisting new immigrants to Christchurch by providing them with important information about living in NZ. The Society also endeavours to contribute and to fully participate in NZ Society. They support Japanese government programs such as the Japan Exchange Teaching Program and work with educational, cultural and sports groups.
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MSSATA non-profit agency in New Zealand, Advocating, Educating, Supporting Male Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse. This agency also provides one on one, peer, telephone, text and email support to those who require it.
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Network Waitangi OtautahiAims to provide a network for groups and individuals who are working for a society based on Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi).
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New Zealand UPP Education TrustNew Zealand UPP Club is a peer support club for children, teenagers and young adults who have Down Syndrome. UPP Club is managed by the New Zealand UPP Education Trust.
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Niu Economic & Enterprise Development Trust (NEED Trust)Provides programmes & facilities to cater for the welfare of Pacific peoples and others where appropriate, in New Zealand.
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People First New Zealand Inc. - Ngā Tāngata TuatahiPeople First New Zealand Inc. Nga Tangata Tuatahi is here to empower and support people with learning disability to be strong and valued individuals in New Zealand.
Email: marg@peoplefirst.org.nz Website: peoplefirst.org.nz Phone: (03) 366 4210 (Christchurch Office) |
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Philippine Culture and Sports ServicesA non-profit organisation operated by volunteers that aims to promote the Philippine culture through dance, music, and sports so that people in New Zealand can get an in-depth understanding of their social, economic, political and religious background. Its immediate objective is to integrate with the multicultural society of Christchurch while responding to the initiatives set by the government.
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Prisoners' Aid Rehabilitation Society of Canterbury IncCanterbury PARS works with prisoners, former prisoners and their families providing support and assistance during imprisonment and following release. (It did so as an autonomous organisation until 2010)
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Q-TopiaQ-topia is a social support group for gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, trans, Intersex, takataapui, fa'afafine and all queer youth in the Canterbury region, we provide a safe, friendly and interesting space for queer youth to meet others and be themselves.
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Restorative Justice Services Otautahi ChristchurchRestorative Services Otautahi provides opportunities for reconciliation and healing for victims/survivors of crime, offenders and the community. Victims and offenders choose to meet. Restorative justice provides an opportunity for victims and their support people to meet with offenders and their support people in a safe environment, to ask questions and talk about the effects of the offenders’ actions. For offenders, restorative justice provides an opportunity to face their victims, answer questions, listen and talk about the way forward. Our service works with referrals pre sentencing, post sentencing and out of Court. Restorative Services Otautahi is an accredited full member of Restorative Justice Aotearoa.
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Shakti Ethnic Women's Support GroupShakti Community Council is a non-profit organisation serving migrant and refugee women of Asian, African and Middle Eastern origin. Shakti; meaning strength; works to end all forms of violence and discrimination against women of colour. It supports women to overcome the barriers that come with migration and inter-generational bonds of cultural oppression. Led by ethnic women for ethnic women, Shakti is dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights of both women and children and advocating social change.
Make contact here Telephone: 0800 SHAKTI (0800 742584) |
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Social Equity & Wellbeing Network (formerly COSS)Promoting social equity, justice and well being by advocating on issues, empowering groups and facilitating collaboration in the social services sector.
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StarjamStarJam empowers young people with disabilities and their audiences through performance opportunities across New Zealand, running in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch. Within a fun and welcoming environment, our young people, known as ‘Jammers’, experience respect, confidence and empowerment as well as gain new friends, new hope and new purpose; often for the first time. Participation of over 300 Jammers in weekly and monthly performance programmes, and gigs and shows causes wildly positive change in the lives of the Jammers, their families and the wider community.
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Tenant's Protection AssociationOne in three people live in a house they do not own. Tenants Protection Association provides free and confidential advice, information, and advocacy services which includes assisting tenants through mediation and tribunal processes. TPA also provides education services and resources to assist renters to understand their rights and responsibilities.
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Tourette's Association of New ZealandThe Tourette's Association of New Zealand provides support and services for New Zealand children, teenagers and adults living with the neurological disorder Tourette Syndrome.
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Toy Library FederationThe Toy Library Federation of NZ is the national body to which individual toy libraries belong. We act as a support to new and existing not-for-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.
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Vegetarian Centre of ChristchurchThere are an estimated 10,000 vegetarians in Christchurch and no other organisation exists to meet their needs. The service centre aims to provide information to vegetarians about nutrition, meal planning, recipes, social support, advocacy and other resources. The Centre will also provide information to health professionals, teachers and family members to help them support and assist a vegetarian patient, pupil or child.
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Volunteering CanterburyInformation and referral service for individuals interested in voluntary work and for not-for-profit organisations and projects, which involve volunteers. Support, training, advocacy and consultancy on all matters relating to volunteering.
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Wayne Francis Charitable TrustThe Wayne Francis Charitable Trust is a philanthropic family organisation committed to making a positive, and lasting contribution to the community. While primarily focused on ensuring the young people of today grow into happy, confident adults, we support people who have a dream, accept the challenge of adversity, and strive to rise above it. One of our key funding areas is cancer research. This realm of medicine embodies some of the Trust’s fundamental objectives – prevention, long-term change, and actions that strive to benefit the lives of many.
The Wayne Francis Charitable Trust has chosen to work from Christchurch Community House because of its strong community links
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