Commission urges commitment to Te Tiriti and human rights

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30 May 2024

Te Kāhui Tika Tangata | Human Rights Commission

Aotearoa New Zealand’s most vulnerable communities will be left wanting by today’s budget announcements, says Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission. “Today’s budget announcement lets New Zealanders know what the Coalition Government values are and where they want to see investment as a society,” said acting Chief Human Rights Commissioner Dr Saunoamaali’i Karanina Sumeo.

A notable lack of funding for Māori development, and cuts to Māori housing, will confirm for many whānau, iwi, hapū that their needs are not a priority. Similarly, an absence of support for Rainbow Communities will be felt.

“We encourage the Government to commit to te Tiriti o Waitangi and human rights and prioritise investment in communities already living with poor health, social, economic, education and criminal justice outcomes.”

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Key issues

HEALTH SERVICES AND SYSTEMS

Covering developments in the provision, funding and organisation of health care services.

EQUITY

Exploring the impacts of the health system on minorities within the population, notably including Māori, Pacifica, Asians and LGBTQI.

DRUGS, DEVICE AND DIAGNOSTICS

Covering prescription medicines and medical devices.

PUBLIC HEALTH

Focusing on efforts to promote health and prevent disease through social and economic interventions.

DIGITAL HEALTH

Exploring the potential digital transformation to provide a more connected and accessible health system.

TE TIRITI

Monitoring how the health reforms and the performance of the health sector uphold Te Tiriti obligations.