Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand

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The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is a charity that works towards creating a society free from discrimination, where all people enjoy positive mental health & wellbeing. Improving individuals, whānau, organisations and communities. For election-related content:

Authorised by Shaun Robinson, Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand, Eden 3, Ground Floor, 16 Normanby Road, Mt Eden, Auckland 1024.

07/10/2026

"A better understanding of who they are, and where they belong."

This is the motivation that drives former firefighter Jemarl Paerata - giving rangatahi the chance to discover where they belong by connecting with te taio, the natural world.

It's why Belonging Matters, and why it's our theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (12-18 October).

Watch the full video to discover how Jemarl is creating belonging through mentorship:mhaw.nz/stories/jemarl

04/10/2026

"I can't change who I am, so just embrace it."

At the heart of wellbeing is a simple human need: to belong.

This Mental Health Awareness Week (12-18 October), we ask you to find ways you can foster belonging for others.

Learn more at mhaw.nz/get-involved

“There’s been smooth sailing. And rough seas.” Nursing student Gemma compares her mental health journey to a boat sailin...
03/10/2026

“There’s been smooth sailing. And rough seas.”

Nursing student Gemma compares her mental health journey to a boat sailing the ocean. There have been tough times, but she’s managed to stay afloat. Her experiences have inspired her to sign up for the full Auckland Marathon and fundraise for mental health.

A side benefit is that running has done wonders for her wellbeing.
"Sometimes I don't want to go on a run, but I force my foot out the door, and when I get back I always feel uplifted and amazed by what my body did."

💜 Read about Gemma’s journey here:https://bit.ly/4zb2nEl
🏃 Sign up to run the Auckland Marathon yourself: https://bit.ly/3VhRnWZ

When Mia was diagnosed with bipolar I disorder, she was scared of being put in a box or having people treat her differen...
03/10/2026

When Mia was diagnosed with bipolar I disorder, she was scared of being put in a box or having people treat her differently.
But now, she’s taken her power back.

She’s running the Auckland Marathon to raise funds for mental health.
And she’s bravely speaking out to help others feel less alone.
“If sharing my experience helps even one person feel less alone, or encourages someone to be a little less judgemental towards others, that’s how stigma starts to shift.”

💜 Read about Mia’s journey here:https://bit.ly/3VDI8QY

🏃 Sign up to run the Auckland Marathon yourself: https://bit.ly/3VhRnWZ

03/10/2026

"I'll just create a group chat."

What began as a way to connect a handful of women facing the same challenges has grown into Khawat, a thriving community that champions connection, opportunity, and support.

That's why Belonging Matters, and why it's the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week, coming up 12-18 October.

Learn more at mhaw.nz

01/10/2026

One of the most powerful things belonging can give us is the feeling that someone understands.

Solace is a support group for people who have been bereaved by su***de. For members, belonging comes from connecting with others who have lived through a similar loss. In a world that can often feel isolating, they've found a community where they can be themselves, share openly, and feel supported.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're celebrating the places, people and communities that remind us we don't have to face life's challenges alone.

To discover a mental health support group near you, visit mentalhealth.org.nz/get-help-support/community-support-groups

Today, we remember with aroha the 602 people whose lives were lost to suspected su***de in Aotearoa over the past year. ...
01/10/2026

Today, we remember with aroha the 602 people whose lives were lost to suspected su***de in Aotearoa over the past year.

Behind the provisional suspected su***de numbers released today by the Chief Coroner are people. These people are more than numbers – they were someone’s mother, father, daughter, son, sister, brother, life partner, whānau member, colleague or friend.

We also wish to acknowledge the many people and organisations throughout the country who work tirelessly to prevent su***de and support those who are grieving. Arohanui.

Su***de is complex, but it is preventable. Together, we can encourage people to seek support, care for ourselves and one another, reduce stigma, and offer hope.

If you know someone who is grieving, now is a good time to reach out, have a kōrero, and offer your support. If you’re bereaved by su***de and need support, contact Aoake te Rā, a free service for people bereaved by su***de.

Find more free helpline information and resources at mentalhealth.org.nz

He murimuri aroha ki ngā taonga kua riro.
Our deepest sympathy to loved ones.

Today is the International Day of Older Persons, and a good reminder to check in with the older people in our lives – wh...
30/09/2026

Today is the International Day of Older Persons, and a good reminder to check in with the older people in our lives – whether it's a grandparent, neighbour or someone in the community.

As we get older, we’re at greater risk of experiencing loneliness, but small moments of connection can make a big difference. Inviting someone for a cuppa, sharing a meal, making a phone call, or stopping for a kōrero can give our wellbeing a boost and help us feel more connected to the world around us.

Who can you reach out to today?

Less than half of people accessing specialist services are in employment, education or training, and 6% are homeless. Th...
30/09/2026

Less than half of people accessing specialist services are in employment, education or training, and 6% are homeless. This is a barrier to recovery.

Most parties agreed that housing and employment are connected to mental wellbeing and recovery. While the Greens, Labour, National and Opportunity all acknowledged the importance of integrated services in some way, only the Greens committed to expand these programmes in future.

See the parties’ full responses to this and 8 other questions on our election scorecard here:https://bit.ly/4rAJ2cQ

29/09/2026

Got a community wellbeing idea sitting on the sidelines? This could be your sign to give it a go. 💚

When Raukura and the team at Whare Manaaki o Te Tai Poutini applied for a Top Up Community Grant last year, they didn’t know whether they’d be successful.

But without taking that first step, their kaupapa might still be waiting to come to fruition. If you’ve got an idea that could boost your community's wellbeing, get off the fence and apply for Top Up Community Grants. 🙌

Applications are open now until 18 October: https://bit.ly/3Tnffb5

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