Mama Hooch (Operation Sinatra) Survivor Honorarium Fund - Official Page

The Operation Sinatra Survivor Honorarium Fund was established by a survivor in honor of the bravery of these women (and men). The Mama Hooch (Operation Sinatra) trial was unprecedented in New Zealand.

It took great courage for so many women (and men) to stand up and speak against the criminal and predatory offending of Danny and Roberto Jaz. Because of this they have been so brave and so strong.

Each and every survivor has had to endure their own personal journey. It is now time for these women (and men) to now be given the right to focus on a bright and beautiful future ahead - that they so rightfully deserve.

On 24 August 2023 justice was served. Danny Jaz was sentenced to 16.5 years and Roberto Jaz 17 years in prison respectively by Judge Mabey KC in the Christchurch District Court. There was a total of 69 charges including rape, sexual violation, indecent assault, stupefying, disabling, making intimate recordings of women without their knowledge or consent and supplying illicit drugs.

Qualifying Applicants will be notified and verified by New Zealand Police. The Give a Litte Fund disbursement will be administered by Buddle Findlay. We would also like to recognise Convergence Media and Give a Little. We are so grateful for your support to help make this possible.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for the support from the people of New Zealand. Your unwavering kindness and compassion towards the survivors who have experienced so much; has not been unnoticed.

This Fund has been well thought out and considered with the support of Buddle Findlay and guidance of New Zealand Police.