As May fast approaches, so does Rape Awareness Week in New Zealand. Kicking off on Monday 6 May, this is a crucial time for all of us to increase society's understanding of sexual abuse, the impact it can have on victims/survivors and their loved ones, and highlight the support services that are available.

Join HELP Auckland and Dear Em on Monday 6 May at 6pm for a fundraising screening and panel discussion of the powerful new documentary THE LIE, which delves into the tragic murder of Grace Millane.

Our panel discussion and Q&A after the screening will feature lead academics in violence against women, Paulette Benton-Greig and Nicola Gavey, as well as Youth Advocate, Layba Zubair, Youth Community Development Worker, Imogen Stone, and our Director, Kathryn McPhillips, as moderator.

What's included in your ticket

Attendees will all receive a non-alcoholic beer or cocktail on arrival, kindly sponsored by The Chiller, 2-3 canapes by Ripe Deli, sponsored by the lovely ladies at Coco’s Cantina, and a Dear Em goodie bag filled with treats from No Ugly, Lo Bros Kombucha, and HELPful resources.

About the documentary

Grace was a 21-year-old British tourist whose disappearance in Auckland after a Tinder date in 2018 sparked international attention.

Eight days after her disappearance, a 26-year-old man was charged with her murder. Grace’s body was found in the Waitakere Ranges in West Auckland the following day.

Her case was a turning point in history – an appalling 21st century dating app crime investigated before a live audience.

Watch the trailer:

Presented in partnership with Rialto Distribution.