Lawyers describe Gloriavale working structure as resembling a sweatshop
Wednesday 29 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Court of Appeal, Gloriavale Christian Community
Lawyers for former members told the Court of Appeal that people born into the Gloriavale community are trapped in a working system similar to a sweatshop. While lawyers claim members suffered exhaustion and felt trapped, counsel for the Christian community argued that members did not expect payment and were supported by the collective.