NEW ZEALAND

Justice and the IPA

A sister is dedicated as the justice contact for New Zealand and all sisters are committed to involvement in justice issues. The focus is on indigenous issues, child poverty, climate issues and anti-trafficking. The Treaty of Waitangi is an inspiration for the ministry in Aotearoa.

Restorative justice
A sister is involved in ministry in the Restorative Justice process in New Zealand. This is a victim focused process which provides the opportunity for victims and offenders to meet in a controlled environment and ensures that the victim’s voice is heard in the sentencing process of the New Zealand Justice system.