Kahira Olley (Ngāti Rongomai, Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Toa), after experiencing family violence for 25 years, established the Save Our Babies Charitable Trust and initiated programmes to support and empower victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse in Rotorua.

Her initiatives offer a safe space for women and girls to talk about their experiences and receive guidance and support. As well as support groups, they include a community fitness group, a free school lunch programme, free clothing through ‘Boutique of Aroha’, and a photoshoot and runway event with models who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. She was also recently a finalist in the Kiwibank Local Hero of the Year (2025).