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Published: 12 May, 2023

individuals and whānau, and sharing information and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic.  “Māori exercising rangatiratanga during the pandemic showed that Māori have knowledge and skills to support not only the wellbeing of their whānau and communities, but also the wider response,” says Te

Published: 9 March, 2023

to today’s Te Hiringa Mahara – the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission report,  COVID-19 and safety in the home [PDF, 248 KB] . “There were increased reports of violence and more severe violence and lockdowns made it harder for people at risk to seek help,” says Te Hiringa Mahara Chief

Published: 13 December, 2022

Older people have contributed greatly to their communities through the COVID-19 pandemic whilst managing increased loneliness and a range of other challenges. This is according to today’s Te Hiringa Mahara – the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission report  ​ The impact of COVID-19 on the

Published: July 2024

lonely, and were less likely to feel that the things they did were worthwhile. Māori self-determination is critical for Māori wellbeing and there is growing support for, and progress towards it. The proportion of Māori students enrolled in kura kaupapa Māori is growing steadily, continuing an upward

Published: 31 May, 2023

for action to address the challenges faced by mental health and addiction services. It shows that fewer people have used specialist services, primary mental health initiatives, telehealth and online services than in the previous year. As a result of substantial investment, people are accessing new

Published: 15 May, 2023

climate change to an increasingly online world. There is evidence of mounting levels of distress and declining youth mental health and wellbeing,” says Te Hiringa Mahara Chief Executive Karen Orsborn. “Young people have solutions and are experts in their own right. What we need is to collectively

Published: 20 May, 2022

Budget. This will be particularly important given the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.  "Overall, it is encouraging to see the Government continuing to follow through on the outcomes of the He Ara Oranga report and honouring its commitment to better services and support for mental wellbeing."  ENDS For further information, contact: Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission media@mhwc.govt.nz  or 021 613 723

Published: 24 July, 2024

those who shared these experiences. We pause to remember those for whom this was too late.   The negative flow-on effects of decades of institutional abuse are still playing out. We must make sure enough is being done for those living with the aftermath.   The Commission says that

Published: 17 May, 2023

experienced admissions to adult facilities. “In the last year alone, 159 young people aged 12-17 years were admitted to adult mental health inpatient services – this is one quarter of young people who were admitted for inpatient mental health care. This is unacceptable. It needs to be zero. Adult and

Published: 8 June, 2023

Pacific peoples’ connection – to family, community, culture and faith – has been a key source of strength and resilience in the pandemic. This is according to today’s Te Hiringa Mahara – the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission report  Pacific connectedness and wellbeing in the pandemic&nbsp