Today is an exciting day as we launch our report to the public. Our report recommends that the Government implement our proposed solutions for developing a trauma-informed justice system that collaborates with a diverse network of community-based resources. Our action plan involves redistributing government funds to prioritise Kaupapa Māori services and peer support, which are … Continue reading He Ture Kia Tika report launch!
Kaitautoko. Meet the supporters of our mahi
Our project to re-imagine a different future for people experiencing mental distress and/or addiction in our criminal justice system is supported by the Michael and Suzanne Borrin Foundation. Established through a $38 million bequest by the late Judge Ian Borrin to fund legal research, education, and scholarship, the Foundation believes law is essential to a … Continue reading Kaitautoko. Meet the supporters of our mahi
Whakataukī. How we were gifted our name.
On the 19th March, Stella, Khylee, Katey and Dave met with Dame Naida Glavish (Ngāti Whātua) and Riki Nia Nia (Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Kahungungu) to discuss the focus of our research and indicate our shared passion around mental health and the way the justice is often ill-defined, abused and negatively impacts Māori communities. Dame Naida … Continue reading Whakataukī. How we were gifted our name.
