Breaking Silence Season 2 Wiremu Witana
Health & Wellbeing
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11m
Over half a million Kiwis suffer from family violence annually, a cycle often passed through generations. But Wiremy's story is one of hope. With his parents' love and support, he courageously broke this cycle, forging a new, peaceful legacy for his family.
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