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Demand for ethnic women’s refuge support nearly doubles in two years

More than 7000 people have accessed Shakti Women's Refuge safe houses over the past two years as demand surges.

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Shakti Women's Refuge has seen a significant increase in demand for its services, with more than 7000 people accessing its safe houses over the past two years. The organisation, which provides support for ethnic women, is now calling for additional support to meet growing needs, including for its Dunedin refuge crisis helpline.

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Demand for ethnic women’s refuge support nearly doubles in two years

More than 7000 people have accessed Shakti Women's Refuge safe houses over the past two years.

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