General Information on Government agencies
New Zealand Government have supports in place for New Zealand Citizens and Residents.
The Disability system in New Zealand is complex and involves a disabled person and their family/whanau being able to navigate different agencies and departments to access support related to their well-being. We have included links to the most common Government Ministries or agencies that you may deal with here.
Mana Mokopuna – Children and Young People’s Commission
Mana Mokopuna – Children and Young People’s Commission advocates for the rights, wellbeing, and interests of children and young people in Aotearoa.
View Website 0800 224 453 Send EmailFacebook Instagram
Mental Health Foundation
The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is a charity focused on mental health promotion, advocacy, education, and reducing discrimination. It provides public campaigns, information, wellbeing resources, and support-finding tools.
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Ministry for Pacific Peoples
The Ministry for Pacific Peoples works to improve outcomes for Pacific peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand and connect government with Pacific communities. Its work includes policy, engagement, and programmes across social, economic, and cultural areas.
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Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education is the government agency responsible for shaping New Zealand’s education system and providing guidance, resources, consultations, and sector information for educators, parents, caregivers, suppliers, and providers. It also manages related national education websites and publishes policy, curriculum, and operational information.
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Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora is the government’s lead adviser on health priorities and policy in New Zealand. It regulates and monitors parts of the health system and provides national health information and guidance.
View Website 0800 855 066 Send Email
Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice supports courts, tribunals, legal aid, and a range of justice services in Aotearoa. It works with the judiciary and justice sector to support a safe and fair justice system.
View Website 0800 268 787 Send Email
Ministry of Social Development
The Ministry of Social Development supports people and whānau through services related to income support, employment, housing, and social development. It is the parent agency for Work and Income and several other public services.
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Ministry of Youth Development
The Ministry of Youth Development supports young people aged 12 to 24 to build skills, use their voice, and participate confidently in their communities. It is part of the Ministry of Social Development.
View Website 0508 367 693 Send EmailFacebook Instagram
MyCare
Mycare is a New Zealand platform that connects people needing in-home support with care workers. It covers services such as disability care, respite care, aged care, and injury support.
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Nōku te Ao: Like Minds
Nōku te Ao: Like Minds, presented by the Mental Health Foundation, is a long-running anti-stigma programme focused on ending prejudice and discrimination related to mental distress.
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