The Launch of Asian Sexual Violence Survivors Research Report

Our ground-breaking research report, Asian Sexual Violence Survivors’ Experiences and Expectations of Support within Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand, funded by a Lottery Health Research Grant, highlights the barriers young Asian sexual violence survivors and their families face in accessing mental health support.

The launch will feature a panel of experts in sexual violence prevention and trauma-informed care, alongside young people with lived experience and Dr. Ying Wang, the study’s author. Chaired by Kelly Feng, CEO of Asian Family Services, the panel will address key research findings, including:

• The impact of delayed interventions and long waiting times for survivors accessing services.
• Significant negative experiences with support services reinforcing existing mistrust in the system, further discouraging survivors from seeking help.
• The lack of training and resources to effectively address the complex needs of young Asian survivors.

This event is co-hosted by the Centre for Arts and Social Transformation (CAST) at the University of Auckland and Asian Family Services (AFS).

Location:

Lecture Theatre 201-440, Level 4, Building 201

10 Symonds Street, Auckland CBD.

Trigger Warning:

Suitable for audiences aged 16 and older.

This event will involve discussions related to sexual violence and the experiences of survivors. We acknowledge that these topics may be distressing or triggering for some attendees. Please prioritise your well-being and use available support resources as needed.

Event Programme:

10:00 am - 10:20 am: Karakia Timatanga & Opening address

10:20 am - 11:30 am: Presentation of the research & Panel discussion

11:30 am - 11:40 pm: Closing remark

11:40 am - 12:30 pm: Networking & refreshments

More information about the research, the full research report, and the executive summaries are available here: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/education/research/research-centres-and-units/centre-for-arts-and-social-transformation-/research-projects-/asvs.html

Host or Publisher UoA, Faculty of Education and Social Work