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Published: March 2024

a te ao Māori perspective and from a shared perspective. Our other key framework, He Ara Āwhina , enables us to monitor the mental health and addiction system, and is written from the perspective of tāngata whaiora and whānau - amplifying the most important voices. The feedback that we heard from

Published: 2 October, 2025

of the Suicide Prevention Action Plan, alongside the Ministry of Health. We expect to confirm our respective roles by the end of 2025.    Downloads Working Paper: Review of suicide and self harm indicators October 2025 pdf, 466 KB Download Working Paper: Review of suicide and self harm indicators October 2025 docx, 217 KB Download

Published: 1 December, 2021

We are currently in the important stage of mahi (work) to develop the methods and measures for how we will monitor and assess the mental health and addiction system. Phase 1 of this work was completed at the end of 2022, and mahi will continue for measures where data does not exist or are not

Published: 5 June, 2023

the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the wellbeing of Pacific peoples in Aotearoa and shows how Pacific peoples’ connection – to family, community, culture and faith – has been a key source of strength and resilience in the pandemic. Pacific peoples endured significant challenges in the pandemic

Published: 24 November, 2022

their effects on wellbeing and mental distress. “Our 2021 Te Rau Tira Wellbeing Outcomes Report found that many people experienced positive wellbeing outcomes in home, schooling and community environments. However, it also reported that 23% of tamariki Māori lived in households with good material

Published: December 2025

This is where you can read and download any additional corporate documents, such as our annual engagement survey summary report. Annual engagement survey summary report As a Commission with a system leadership role we work hard to build and maintain genuine relationships with a range of people and

Published: 11 June, 2025

lived and living experience Prioritises effective services for tāngata whaiora with highest need Provides effective primary prevention and early interventions Ensures accessible and effective services Upholds human rights-based practices Is supported by a workforce with the capability, competencies and

Published: 21 March, 2024

people may experience while waiting.”   “We have yet to see the detail of how this initiative will be rolled-out but we think a staged approach is a good way to start.”  “The peer support workforce has a lot to offer and it is encouraging to see the expansion of these roles.”   In

Published: 12 September, 2023

data shows webinar When: 12:00pm-12:45pm Thursday, 12 October 2023 Increasing service options for Māori webinar When: 12:00pm-12:45pm Thursday, 19 October 2023 We encourage you to join us to be part of the conversation. We’ll set aside time for questions and discussion. You can either email questions

Published: 25 March, 2026

Following the release of the Government’s latest targets data this morning, Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission is renewing its calls for increased urgency to improve access to services for young people. “While we are encouraged by workforce growth and acknowledge the