International Indigenous Leaders for Mental Health

The Wharerātā Group is an international network of Indigenous leaders working in mental health and addictions, who share a vision of the near future in which Indigenous peoples sustain their optimal health and wellbeing, and we contribute to that vision through strategic use of our Indigenous leadership influence on mental health and addictions systems.

Started in 2009 under the leadership of Sir Mason Durie, Māori and professor at Massey University in New Zealand, the Wharerātā Group is:

• a network to support indigenous leaders working in mental health and addictions to share successful practices in indigenous mental health and addictions
• associated with the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership
• a leader in cultural competence in mental health and addictions policy, programs and practice
• an advocate and voice for indigenous mental health and wellness around the world

New Brochure!  Healthy Indigenous individuals, families and communities through Indigenous leadership

En español - Individuos, Familias y Comunidades Indígenas saludables A través de Liderazgo indígena

En français - Le leadership indigène pour favoriser la santé des communautés, des familles et des personnes indigènes

International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership in San Francisco

Summary notes on the Indigenous-hosted exchanges, pictures and notes about this event are starting to be posted here, with the first meeting notes on the special exchange in San Francisco on Indigenous Trauma and Healing.