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Published: 14 February, 2023

challenges presented to the rural community by these issues, and with a higher rural population, rural issues disproportionately affect Māori. It is important to remember that life has not 'returned to normal' and the need for support has not gone away. “On a positive note, connectedness and belonging have

Published: 4 January, 2023

given prominence. The New Zealand Royal Honours system is unique to New Zealand with candidates nominated by the community, and lists approved by the King of New Zealand on the Prime Minister’s advice for “going beyond the normal requirements of duty or office.” In testament to the high regard in which Mr Wano and his mahi is held, a number of people wrote in support of the honour. New Year's Honours List 2023 Hayden Wano biography

Published: 30 November, 2022

Hayden Wano. “These reports provide us with an opportunity to see where progress is being made, not only in access to services but also in having the opportunity to have genuine service choice. There are more services and capacity in previously under-supported areas, growth in Kaupapa Māori services

Published: 6 October, 2022

good mental health and wellbeing, services and resources are important, but not enough.  People need to have their rights, dignity and tino rangatiratanga upheld; they need to feel valued and connected to their communities and their cultures; and they need skills, resilience, hope and purpose

Published: 27 June, 2024

24-year-olds experienced psychological distress. This is higher than other age groups, and it has risen over time. In 2022/23, double the number of youth, in comparison to other age groups, did not receive professional mental health support when they felt they needed it. The analysis also showed

Published: 5 June, 2024

to be able to respond,” Orsborn says. “Based on this new report, we now better understand what is happening across the system. Our report offers five recommendations that put the spotlight on where we can improve access and options available for people seeking support.” Downloads Kua Tīmata He Haerenga | The Journey Has Begun report June 2024 Voices report: Accompanying report to Kua Tīmata Te Haerenga June 2024   Update monitoring dashboard

Published: 16 February, 2024

one, we are not seeing these translated into action.  “We see this as an opportunity for the first Minister for Mental Health to make a real difference. The recommendations call for system leadership. For this to become a reality the Minister could create a sense of urgency and drive improvements

Published: April 2024

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Published: 22 March, 2022

investment in mental health and addiction services through the 2019 Wellbeing Budget, improvements in services have not materialised as we had hoped for over this time,” says Commission Board Chair Hayden Wano. “We commend the investment in additional, and much needed, primary and community services, but

Published: 2 February, 2022

both, in their lifetimes. Every year, 20,000 people attempt to end their lives. The Pae Ora Bill should not only provide an opportunity to enshrine the mental health and addiction system transformation proposed by the He Ara Oranga inquiry report in law, but also ensure that the