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Published: 20 May, 2025

accessing mental health services, up to 10,000 fewer younger people over time.  Coupled with addressing service access we also need to move quicker to address the broader factors that contribute to longer term mental wellbeing for our young people, to the adults they will grow into and to society

Published: 10 July, 2023

This report looks at compulsory community treatment orders (CCTOs) made under section 29 of the Mental Health Act 1992. The focus is on amplifying voices of tāngata whaiora, whānau, and family. We heard that the clinical review and the court hearing processes involved in CCTOs can silence or

Published: 17 September, 2021

major impact on their mental health and wellbeing and that conversion practices can cause damage across every aspect of their lives. We welcome Government action towards more effective, human rights-based legislation that supports mental wellbeing,” says Kevin Hague. Among its recommendations, the

Published: May 2026

, particularly for Māori and young people. The system is under significant pressure, with longer wait times for crisis phone lines, people staying longer in services than five years ago and increased complexity of distress and needs. Crisis responses vary across the country, and in some areas, there are

Published: January 2026

aftermath of the Christchurch earthquakes as one of the regional youth participation leaders, he helped establish Youth Voice Canterbury to strengthen the youth voice sector. He experienced depression during part of this time and was helped by his family and a psychologist, further personalising his

Published: 25 June, 2026

Kelly Feng has been appointed as a new board member. “The work of shifting the direction of the mental health system so it can deliver better and equitable outcomes is a significant task. I am happy to be handing over the reigns to a committed and experienced Board”, said outgoing chair, Hayden Wano

Published: 22 May, 2026

distant issue on the horizon. Rather, it is a present and pressing reality in their lives. Further, the feeling that action is too slow or too small can contribute to distress, hopelessness, and disempowerment. In our research, young people talked about climate change not only as an environmental or

Published: May 2026

for cross government action Our mental health and addiction service and system monitoring reports have shown that services and the system are under immense pressure. We also report on the increasing levels of distress for young people and growing demand for a whole-of-government response. To support people

Published: 20 April, 2026

updated law will set a new standard for care. Delays are putting the intended commencement date, currently set for July 2027, at risk.   “Still, too many people experience compulsory community treatment and seclusion in our mental health services, and there is wide variation between districts with

Published: March 2026

A think tank convened by Te Hiringa Mahara created space for ‘blue sky’ thinking about the future role primary and community care can play in supporting people with mental health and substance use needs. To share the outcome of the think tank workshop held in August 2025, we have published a short