Annabelle's Legacy ❤
Supporting advocacy for mental health system reform following the loss of our daughter
Glen Eden, Auckland
Our beloved 13-year-old daughter Annabelle Daza died in September 2024. In her final weeks, she reached out again and again for help — but the systems meant to protect her failed. Crisis helplines did not escalate her serious disclosures. Emergency services withdrew when she showed distress. Schools dismissed the concerns of her worried friends. Every time she asked for help, she was let down.
We are determined to fight for the changes that could have saved her life and will protect other tamariki. Together with MPs, Mana Mokopuna - Children's Commissioner, Mitey, and media we are building Annabelle's Legacy - a system that can truly work for vulnerable children, young people, and their families.
We are sharing Annabelle's funeral service for those who knew and loved her, and for all who are supporting our kaupapa. It captures the essence of our extraordinary girl - her creativity, her gentle spirit, and the profound impact she had on everyone lucky enough to know her.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BpYeZTyWwtVl8lNYq2x1iFtZBtGd938Q/view?usp=sharing
Donations will support legal representation at the coroner's inquest and ongoing advocacy work to create the systemic changes that will protect other vulnerable tamariki - so that no other whānau must endure what we have.
Thank you for standing with us.
With gratitude,
Zoë and Miguel Daza
Use of funds
Donations will go towards
Legal costs to hire a QC lawyer as our representative for the coroner's inquest
Advocacy-related travel, expert advice,
Essential resources to support systemic change in the mental health system. This funding enables us to continue fighting for reforms that could prevent other children from falling through the same gaps that tragically failed Annabelle.
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Latest update
Fighting for Change: 15 Months On 23 December 2025
We know we've been quiet - the coronial process has been frustratingly slow, with the Coroner still awaiting the police file 15 months after Annabelle's death. We were told it would be completed and submitted by today, and we're hopeful it will arrive soon so the formal inquest can progress in the new year.
While we wait, we're continuing to advocate for change. We've now filed a formal professional misconduct complaint with the NZ Association of Counsellors.
We recently spoke to RNZ about the fragmented helpline system and how better information sharing between services could save lives:
Paula Penfold's investigative piece will be republished by Stuff over the summer break, keeping Annabelle's story and these systemic issues in the public eye.
We're grateful for your continued support as we fight to ensure no other family experiences what we have. Wishing you all a peaceful holiday season.
Here's hoping 2026 brings the meaningful changes our young people desperately need. ❤️
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