Formerly DOVE Hawke’s Bay.
Supporting safe and healthy whānau relationships.

Muka Whānau Services supports whānau within Hawke’s Bay to develop and strengthen safe relationships free of violence.

Family violence (also known as family harm) is violence or abuse of any type used within family or whānau relationships. It can affect anybody and it comes in many forms – physical, verbal, sexual, emotional, and psychological and/or financial. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence or abuse, please get in touch to talk confidentially about the support we can offer. 

Muka Whānau Services supports individuals, whānau and families to:

  • Strengthen safe, respectful, and healthy whānau relationships.

  • Understand the impact of trauma and life stressors on behaviour.

  • Manage stress, deal with difficult emotions, and communicate needs respectfully.

  • Understand boundaries and develop nurturing parenting practices.

Our Services

  • "I would recommend this programme to anybody who wants to be happy and learn how to deal with stressful times when they come around."

    Muka client

  • "This place is a lovely lovely place that has helped me understand empathy and early signs of anger and what to do to calm down in a safe way."

    Muka client

  • "Definitely worth the time, has helped me a lot with my current relationship and how to be a good partner as well as how to deal with situations before they escalate."

    Muka client

  • "A big thank you to all involved. This has improved my mindset as well as my family life as it has put a positive spin on life itself."

    Muka client

  • "Helped me come out of my comfort zone and learn to speak out about my problems. It helped me understand the things that have happened in my life."

    Muka client

  • "I have really enjoyed my time here, learning new things and being encouraged to vent/talk in a respectful way whilst being accountable for my actions and the role I play in situations."

    Muka client

  • "The course facilitators have been most helpful."

    Muka client

  • "Great bunch of guys with some good stories, I really enjoyed being here."

    Muka client