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Most positions are based in our Mt Eden, Auckland office. We value the lived experience of people who experience ment...
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Grants
The Mental Health Foundation enables others to contribute to the mental wellbeing of New Zealanders through a range o...
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Policy & advocacy
Working to influence public policy to have a positive effect on the mental health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders...
More
Resource & Information Service
We provide information for anyone who is going through a difficult time, for people supporting someone they care abou...
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Stories
It sometimes helps to know you aren't the only one going through what you're experiencing. Other people's stories can...
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Our Campaigns
The Mental Health Foundation runs two national campaigns every year: Mental Health Awareness Week and Pink Shirt Day.
More
Library Info Hub
The Library Info Hub provides Kiwis with access to the latest resources about mental health and wellbeing.
More
In My Kete
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Resources
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Wellbeing
What Is Wellbeing?
Wellbeing means we have the tools, support and environments we need to be who we are and to build and sustain lives w...
More
Five Ways to Wellbeing
The Five Ways to Wellbeing, Ētahi ara e rima ki te ngākau ora, help people stay mentally well.
More
Wellbeing Campaigns & Resources
There are many ways to get involved with Wellbeing. Here's where to start.
More
Te Whare Tapa Whā
A wellbeing model developed by leading Māori health advocate Sir Mason Durie in 1984, describing health and wellbein...
More
Te Oranga Hinengaro
Mental health from a Māori perspective
More
Te Whakaora i te Hauora Hinengaro
Mental health and illness treatment from a Māori perspective
More
Media
Media Enquiries
We work with the media in a number of ways to promote our work and raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing.
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Publications & Research
Check out our range of current publications and research. Read them here and in some cases, order free from our webst...
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Media guidelines
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More
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Help raise money and awareness for better mental health in Aotearoa
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Our Appeals
Learn about the impact you can have by supporting our mahi
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Our Events
Be part of the change by joining one of our fundraising events
More
Move for mental health
Set your challenge and get sweating for mental health.
More
Get Your Workplace Involved
Invest in the mental health of your staff and the communities you serve by joining our family of Corporate Sponsors.
More
Fundraising heroes
Read stories from other amazing fundraisers.
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