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Published: 29 October, 2024

attention to in our submission. We said it is important that Te Hiringa Mahara acts independently, providing free and frank advice. This is protected in the new law. We have consistently highlighted workforce challenges over the last three years so it good to note the workforce is included as a

Published: 10 July, 2023

Orders report documents how tāngata whaiora, whānau and family, and Māori feel marginalised in processes that determine what treatment they receive.  “The use of compulsory community treatment orders is a practice from mental health that is out of step with human rights and current approaches to

Published: January 2026

For any questions or feedback about Te Hiringa Mahara - Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission, you can contact us at kiaora@mhwc.govt.nz . Our postal address is: Te Hiringa Mahara, DX Box SP22502, Wellington. For media queries, contact  media@mhwc.govt.nz  or call 021 613 723. For

Published: 23 May, 2024

access to education opportunities, appropriate housing, and adequate incomes,” said report lead Dr Ella Cullen, Te Hiringa Mahara Director Wellbeing System Leadership and Insights. “We know that improved mental health and wellbeing for people is driven by things that are out of their control. One

Published: 30 April, 2026

To Be Heard’ by providing real-life examples of how we can support co-design with rangatahi and young people. Speaker details coming soon. When: 10-11am Monday 18 May 2026 Where: Zoom online webinar Other details: Free Register now

Published: 15 December, 2025

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Published: 28 October, 2021

investment in the peer support workforce, which would ease shortage issues and help diversify the workforce,” says Wano. The Commission also has concerns that IPMHA services, which are delivered in general practice settings, are not completely free of charge. “While many people have accessed these

Published: January 2026

a complaint to the HDC . The Advocacy Service can help people with concerns about a provider or service. Call them for free on 0800 555 050 or visit their website to email or live chat. Making a complaint about us or our work Te Hiringa Mahara is committed to providing quality reporting, advice, and

Published: 16 September, 2024

Te Hiringa Mahara is proud to support Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori 2024 and the revitalisation of Te Reo Māori. Evidence shows that whānau flourish in environments where tikanga Māori and mātauranga Māori are expressed freely, te reo Māori is adopted widely from infancy, and culture and language are

Published: 20 May, 2025

principles. We acknowledge the Committee’s work to achieve agreement on the proposed changes. Their efforts and engagement with complex issues in mental health law and practice, weighing up different perspectives and values, are a sign of democracy at work. At the same time, significant issues