Roopa Aur Aap Charitable Trust

Because together, we can.

You are not alone, we stand with you.

Free, culturally responsive counselling and support for individuals and families across Aotearoa New Zealand. Whoever you are, you are welcome here.

Who we are

Support for every person, from every background

Established in 2008, Roopa Aur Aap provides free counselling, crisis intervention, and legal and immigration support to people navigating family violence and systemic hardship. What began serving the South Asian community now supports people of all ethnicities, families, and ages across Auckland and beyond.

Our vision

Our vision is to help victims of domestic violence and sudden tragedies and restore and enhance their quality of life while working to prevent further victimisation.

Our mission

We envision a world with men and women regardless of race, ethnicity, income level or social status are nurtured and empowered to reach their fullest potential.

What we do

Support at every step

However someone comes to us, we meet them with practical help and care. Our services are free, confidential, and open to people of all backgrounds.

Counselling and mediation

A safe, confidential space to work through trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges, with neutral support for conflict.

Our impact

500+

referrals in recent years

71+

Auckland suburbs reached

2008

serving the community since

Working together

Supporting collaborators

Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust
New Zealand Police
Woman Care Trust
The Salvation Army
Sahaayta Counselling and Social Support
New Zealand Ethnic Social Services
Family Action Whānau Toa

With thanks

Sponsors

Community Organisation Grants Scheme
We Care Community Trust Limited
The Lion Foundation
Foundation North
Auckland Council
Blue Sky Community Trust
Lottery Grants Board
Four Winds Foundation
Akarana Community Trust
Grassroots Trust
Office of Ethnic Communities
The Trusts Community Foundation
Pub Charity