WHO WE ARE
KO Mātou tēnei
Health Equity in Aotearoa.
Hauora Mō Te Katoa. Oranga Mō Te Ao.
Since 1988, the Public Health Association of New Zealand (PHANZ) has stood as a beacon of advocacy, innovation and collaboration across the public health sector; both nationally and internationally. The PHANZ is a passionate community of professionals, researchers, policymakers and advocates united by a common vision – creating a healthier, more equitable and sustainable New Zealand.
Our association has been at the forefront of shaping public health policy and practice in our culturally rich country. It plays a critical role in advocating for health equity, disease prevention, health promotion, and the overall well-being of the population.
What We Do
The PHANZ's mission is to promote and protect the health and well-being of all New Zealanders. To achieve this mission, the association engages in a variety of activities and initiatives including:
Advocacy
PHANZ advocates for evidence-based public health policies and practices at local, regional, and national levels. The association works to influence government policies and decisions to improve public health outcomes.
Networking
PHANZ provides a platform for public health professionals to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge and expertise. It fosters a sense of community among its members.
Education and Training
The association offers educational resources, workshops, and training opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of public health practitioners and researchers.
Research and Publications
PHANZ works to support public health research and publishes reports, articles, and resources related to public health issues in New Zealand.
Events and Conferences
The PHANZ organises events, conferences and seminars. These bring together public health experts, policymakers and stakeholders to discuss critical health topics as well as share best practices.
Policy Development
The association contributes to the development of public health policies and strategies aimed at improving the health and well-being of the New Zealand population.
Community Engagement
PHANZ is exploring opportunities to work with communities and grassroots organisations to address specific public health challenges and promote health equity.
Collaboration
PHANZ collaborates with government agencies, non-governmental organisations, academic institutions, and other stakeholders to advance public health goals.
Our Commitment To Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Māori Public Health policy is a vital component of the country's broader healthcare framework. It is designed to address the specific health needs and disparities faced by Māori. Recognising the historical and ongoing disparities in health outcomes between Māori and other ethnicities, New Zealand has developed a series of policies and strategies aimed at improving Māori health outcomes and reducing these inequities.
At the Public Health Association of New Zealand (PHANZ), we have a focus on these aspects relating to Māori Public Health policy, in particular Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
The PHANZ recognises Te Tiriti o Waitangi as Aotearoa New Zealand’s founding document. It defines respectful relationships between tāngata whenua and tāngata tiriti. The PHANZ is committed to ensuring that Te Tiriti values of respect, partnership, equality and full participation infuse all our policies, actions and services. This means that our governance and decision-making must reflect Te Tiriti values. The specific needs of Māori and kaupapa Māori solutions must be factored into all decision making about public health.
Māori public health policy is a vital component of the country's broader healthcare framework. It is designed to address the specific health needs and disparities faced by Māori. Recognising the historical and ongoing disparities in health outcomes between Māori and other ethnicities, New Zealand has developed a series of policies and strategies aimed at improving Māori health outcomes and reducing these inequities.