Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill

The MHF strongly opposes the Bill as it disregards the fundamental rights of Māori to exercise tino rangatiratanga and risks perpetuating historical injustices that continue to affect Māori wellbeing. Respecting and enabling tino rangatiratanga is essential for improving mental health, wellbeing, and social outcomes, not only for Māori, but for all people in Aotearoa. The MHF urges the Justice Committee to abandon the Bill to prevent further harm to Māori communities and to honour the principles of te Tiriti o Waitangi as they currently stand.