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Institutions are places of abuse
The experiences of disabled children and adults in State care in New Zealand
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David and John’s story of abuse in state care
David and John’s story of abuse in state care
John found himself in Kingseat Hospital when he was about 12 years old. He had no family contact.
NZ Human Rights
Jul 26, 2017
Mavis’ story of abuse in state care
Mavis’ story of abuse in state care
“In hospitals you get abused: you get hit, and they make you a slave.ä
NZ Human Rights
Jul 26, 2017
Avis’ story of abuse in state care
Avis’ story of abuse in state care
I hated the staff. They used to tie me to my bed.
NZ Human Rights
Jul 26, 2017
Robert’s story of abuse in state care
Robert’s story of abuse in state care
Despite his traumatic early life Robert Martin (MNZM) has lived a remarkable adult life.
NZ Human Rights
Jul 26, 2017
These stories are a part of the report; “Institutions are places of abuse”: The experiences of disabled children and adults in State care, commissioned by the Human Rights Commission.
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