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Power of co-design for rangatahi and youth mental health webinar
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NewsThe ‘Power of co-design for rangatahi and youth mental health’ webinar presented we shared the key findings from our early intervention and secondary prevention effectiveness review, and heard from young people about their experiences and insights into co-design.
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The voices of young people matter; this youth week and every week thereafter
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NewsDuring Youth Week 2026 we're reminded of how important it is for young people's voices need to be heard. The release of the Climate Change Commission’s latest risk assessment gives another reason to take concerns about uncertain futures seriously.
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Age-ban on social media can’t solve mental distress on its own
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NewsAn article outlining what needs to be done to promote online safety for rangatahi and young people.
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy consultation
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NewsConsultation by the Ministry of Health ran from 8 April to 18 May 2026.
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Effectiveness of early intervention and secondary prevention supports for young people
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they want options when they need support. This review shows a range of approaches are effective in reducing distress and supporting good mental health and wellbeing, demonstrating the value of investing in a range of services and supports, including face-to-face, light-touch and online options. 
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Public input critical as new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy released
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NewsA once‑in‑a‑decade Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy has been released for public consultation, and Te Hiringa Mahara is calling on New Zealanders to help shape the final document.
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Deepening inequities in the mental health system call for action
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NewsCommenting on the Office of the Director of Mental Health and Addiction Services: Regulatory Report (1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024) released today, Te Hiringa Mahara pointed to entrenched inequities within the system. Māori continue to be disproportionately subjected to some of the most harmful practices in our mental health system.
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The future of primary mental health care
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This short paper captures outcome of the think tank held in August 2025 to explore the future roles of primary and community care play in supporting people with mental health and substance use needs.
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Leadership
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Executive of Te Hiringa Mahara. During 2020, Karen led the establishment of Te Hiringa Mahara as Head of Secretariat for the Initial Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission. Karen has held a variety of health management and leadership roles that focus on improving outcomes for people through working
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Put an end to CCTOs
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. Why is this important? People in Aotearoa experiencing significant mental distress continue to be subject to coercive practices despite evidence there is no therapeutic value. Practices like Compulsory Community Treatment Orders or seclusion, are enabled by: outdated mental health law (the Mental