Kia Manawanui Aotearoa – Long-term pathway to mental wellbeing (Kia Manawanui) is the Government’s high-level plan for transformation over the long-term. It outlines the next steps for further implementation of the changes required to support the mental wellbeing of New Zealanders.

We are transforming Aotearoa’s approach to mental wellbeing so people are supported to stay well, and have access to help that works for them, when and where they need it. This takes a united effort with many people working together over time.

Our vision is to fundamentally shift the way we support mental wellbeing, placing greater emphasis on people being supported to proactively manage their wellbeing.

As a result, New Zealanders will have better understanding of mental wellbeing, be able to support themselves and each other, and will be able to get help in the places they already visit, like schools, workplaces and sports clubs.

Change is already underway, driven by the Government’s cross-Government $1.9 billion package for mental wellbeing in Budget 2019. We’ve built the foundations for transformation and have initiated long-term programmes.

Downloads

• Long-term pathway to mental wellbeing (pdf, 6.3 MB)
• Long-term pathway to mental wellbeing (accessible pdf) (pdf, 872 KB)
• Long-term pathway to mental wellbeing (docx, 726 KB)