Billy Macfarlane
Billy Macfarlane is the founder of Pūwhakamua, a tikanga Māori reintegration service in Rotorua aimed at helping former offenders reintegrate into the community. After serving time for serious drug charges, Macfarlane committed to transforming his life and now focuses on expanding his service to support men across New Zealand. He emphasizes the importance of understanding Māori heritage and values to combat the cycle of violence, believing that many men desire change and can benefit from cultural education and support.
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Billy Macfarlane established Pūwhakamua, a Rotorua-based tikanga Māori reintegration service helping former offenders reintegrate into the community.
Family violence: How men’s anti-violence programmes offer ‘hope for change’
New Zealand· 2025-03-01
Billy Macfarlane established Pūwhakamua, a Rotorua-based tikanga Māori reintegration service helping former offenders reintegrate into the community.
Family violence: How men’s anti-violence programmes offer ‘hope for change’New Zealand· 2025-03-01