Hauora Hinengaro: He Ara Tūroa, our inaugural one-day Forum, brought together over 200 people from across Aotearoa to share insights, lived experience, and innovations in crisis response and mental health and wellbeing. We heard from both international and local voices, fostering a rich understanding of diverse perspectives and approaches.
Matt Doocey, New Zealand’s Minister for Mental Health, opened the conference with a compelling address, noting, “I actually think this will probably be one of the most important mental health conferences this year in this country.”
Described by TheMHS Executive Director, Peter Gianfrancesco, as a movement and a space for action, the event carried a warmth that filled the room, as people gathered with curiosity and a shared commitment to the theme.
It was a day of connection, collaboration, and learning, grounded in our shared commitment to improving crisis response. Let’s take a moment to reflect on the energy, inspiration, and collective purpose that made this event so special.
A huge thank you to Many Talents Media for capturing the energy of our event.
