A family of 14 walked out of a remote community declaring they had been living in a 'false system ' Many of the children were born in the Gloriavale Christian Community in Haupiri , on New Zealand 's west coast . But the family moved 200 miles away to live with a 'normal ' family as they begin reintegrating into society . The families have now returned home and are planning to sue the government for compensation after being forced from their homes by the Government. The children have removed their hooded hats and blue uniforms . The community , founded in 1969 and which now has 500 members , is headed by Neville Cooper . It has been revealed that he was convicted of sexual abuse in 1994 and spent 11 months in jail .
A family of 14 walked out of a remote community declaring they had been living in a 'false system ' Many of the children were born in the Gloriavale Christian Community in Haupiri , on New Zealand 's west coast . But the family moved 200 miles away to live with a 'normal ' family as they begin reintegrating into society . The adults have forsaken their nun-like headdresses and white bibs to put on everyday clothes . The children have removed their hooded hats and blue uniforms . The community , founded in 1969 and which now has 500 members , is headed by Neville Cooper . It has been revealed that he was convicted of sexual abuse in 1994 and spent 11 months in jail .