The campaign initially was developed following research into alcohol-related issues and priority areas in the region. The campaign has broadened over time to include activities related to drug use and mental wellbeing.
What about you? Campaign network
A number of organisations and agencies are involved in the campaign including:
Te Whatu Ora: coming together to support healthcare across the motu. https://www.scdhb.health.nz/
Free mental wellbeing support is available to help you get back on track. www.wellbeingsupport.health.nz
Supporting families to be safe, strong and connected. Counselling, social work and programmes. https://pssc.org.nz/family-works/
A maori Health Provider offering a Marae based health clinic, youth & adult mental health services and tamariki ora for the Aoraki rohe. https://www.aws.health.nz/
Community-focused nonprofit established in 1844 with recreational programs & services for all ages. https://ymcasc.org.nz/
A free service for anyone 25 and under who needs the support of a counsellor. Counsellors available for face to face or digital therapy all over NZ. https://help.gumbootfriday.org.nz/
Multicultural Aoraki provides guidance, advice and support, helps connect people to services and can advocate for people with those agencies if needed. https://multiculturalaoraki.org.nz/
Get involved
The campaign has been designed so it can be used by other groups and organisations that are keen to be involved in developing a region that has a low risk drinking, low drug use and positive wellbeing culture.