Organisation
Mental Health and Addiction Wellbeing Group
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This group was launched at Parliament on 28 August 2019, and includes a member from each party in Parliament. It was formed following a recommendation from the 2018 Government Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction.
The group's aim is to raise awareness of the issues and challenges surrounding mental health in New Zealand, such as suicide. It will make recommendations and hold the Government to account over policies around mental health.
Report
Under one umbrella: integrated mental health, alcohol and other drug use care for young people in New Zealand
This report’s findings highlight the significant gap between young people’s need for mental health and addiction services in New Zealand and their level of engagement with them. The report also demonstrates the need for government agencies to work together and prioritise the development of integrated youth services with a strong mental health, alcohol and other...
Report
Zero suicide Aotearoa
This paper outlines a systems approach to suicide prevention that recognises it takes many sectors, groups and individuals working together to save lives. It has been written at a time when the country is facing the worst public health crisis in a generation. The COVID-19 pandemic will leave a lasting impact on New Zealanders' health...