Stories and case studies

People and initiatives that inspire system change

We often come across inspiring mental health services, initiatives and stories that show how the mental health system, and the laws and policies that surround it, can change for the better. These examples show us that change is not only possible – it's already happening.

Take a moment to read and be inspired by these stories and case studies. If you’d like to share your story or profile an amazing mental health initiative or service here, email policyandadvocacy@mentalhealth.org.nz

Case studies

Rapua Te Āhuru Mōwai

A kaupapa Māori mental health service pilot taking a different approach to care

Reducing seclusion at Te Toka Tumai

A transformative pathway to care at Auckland’s acute inpatient mental health unit

Trieste

How one city showed the world a better model for mental health care 

Personal stories

Chloe’s experiences with the Mental Health Act

Chloe shares some of her personal experiences with the Mental Health Act, some of the wisdom she’s gleaned, and her thoughts on the next steps for this law’s change.

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