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Published: 27 September, 2024

. The role of the Board is to provide strategic guidance and oversight of our work and make sure that we perform our functions effectively and in a financially-responsible manner. Up to seven members are appointed by the Governor-General, under the Crown Entities Act 2004.   Read the joint Ministers' media release:  Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission board appointment announced Meet our board members

Published: 28 October, 2021

schedule, with the rollout of integrated primary mental health and addiction services proceeding as planned. However, we would like to see the rollout of services for Māori, Pacific peoples, and youth accelerated. We also want youth services prioritised and delivered in ways and settings that are

Published: 15 May, 2023

of this report are young people and whānau who shared their experiences of adult inpatient mental health services. It is for them and future generations that we stand up for a better future of mental health support. There must be investment in youth-specific acute alternatives, including kaupapa

Published: 8 June, 2022

introduction of the Government’s mental health pathway, Kia Manawanui Aotearoa. These are all important steps in transforming the mental health and addiction system, as described in He Ara Oranga: Report of the Government Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction. “The Government now has an

Published: 10 July, 2023

% between 2017 and 2021.    In the 2020/21 year, almost 7,000 people were under compulsory treatment in our communities. We also report that Māori are more likely to be subject to CCTOs than other populations in Aotearoa.  Te Hiringa Mahara is calling for Replacement of the law: We want to

Published: 5 May, 2023

Te Hiringa Mahara has produced a series of short reports during 2022 and 2023 to add our collective understanding of the wellbeing impacts of the pandemic and to provide key insights on wellbeing areas or populations of focus. Exercising rangatiratanga during the COVID-19 pandemic This report

Published: 5 February, 2023

Te Hiringa Mahara is producing a series of short reports during 2022 and 2023 to add our collective understanding of the wellbeing impacts of the pandemic and to provide key insights on wellbeing areas or populations of focus. Impact of COVID-19 on the wellbeing of rural communities in Aotearoa New

Published: 25 July, 2023

the subsequent ground-breaking He Ara Oranga report. It is through Jemaima's significant contribution over our first two years that we are in the strong position we are today.  A new member has been appointed to the board. Dr Barbara Disley is joining the board for a three-year term. Many of

Published: 29 June, 2023

addiction,” said Te Hiringa Mahara CEO Karen Orsborn.   “Peer support workers connect with people in a unique way based on the rich experiences that they bring. The focus on strengths and connection is something that empowers people and inspires hope.   “Peer support workers are a vital

Published: 8 June, 2023

support to each other – support like trustworthy and accessible public health information, access to health care, food and care packages, and spiritual and social help.  The lessons learned from Pacific communities' experiences during the pandemic should inform future policies and responses.&nbsp