Whakatātaka Tuarua 2006-2011, the second Māori Health Action Plan, sets objectives for Māori health over the next five years and builds on from Whakatātaka - The Māori Health Action Plan which was implemented in 2002, which has provided the health sector with a valuable tool for contributing to reducing health inequalities between Māori and non-Māori.
He Korowai Oranga and Whakatātaka Tuarua: Māori Health Action Plan 2006–2011 provide a framework for the Ministry, DHBs and key stakeholders to take a leadership role in improving Māori health outcomes.
The Ministry of Health thanks all those who contributed to Whakatātaka Tuarua in providing feedback through the consultation process.
Purpose
The overall aim of He Korowai Oranga is whānau ora: Māori families supported to achieve their maximum health and wellbeing. This requires an approach that recognises and builds on the integral strengths and assets of whānau.
The whānau – which may comprise kuia, koroua, pākeke, rangatahi and tamariki – is recognised as the foundation of Māori society. As a principal source of strength, support, security and identity, the whānau plays a central role in the individual and collective wellbeing of Māori.
Key Results
The outcomes sought are that whānau members:
- experience physical, spiritual, mental and emotional health
- have control over their own destinies
- live longer and enjoy a better quality of life
- participate in te ao Māori and wider New Zealand society.
These outcomes are more likely when whānau:
- are cohesive, nurturing and safe
- are able to give and receive support
- have a secure identity, high self-esteem, confidence and pride
- have the necessary physical, social and economic means to participate fully and provide for their own needs
- live, work and play in safe and supportive environments.
He Korowai Oranga recognises that both Māori and the Government have aspirations for Māori health and will play critical roles in achieving the desired outcome for whānau.
- whānau wellbeing
- high-quality education
- employment opportunities
- suitable housing
- safe working conditions
- improvements in income and wealth; and
- address systemic barriers, including institutional racism.
Finally, He Korowai Oranga provides a framework for the public sector to take responsibility for its role in supporting the health status of whānau. This includes public policies that actively promote: