Lay summary
Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading infectious disease killer of humans globally. The New Zealand incidence of TB in Māori is more than five times higher than in New Zealand Europeans. Our previous research shows that for Māori there is ongoing stigma, and lack of trust in health services, together with significant limitations and capacity of the current health system to meet the needs of Māori with TB. The overall aim of this implementation research project is to expand the model of care to include a partnership between public health teams and community providers to improve health outcomes and eliminate TB amongst Māori. The model will be Māori-led and whānau centred, use a holistic approach to improve health, and enhance the reach of contact tracing. The He Pikinga Wairoa Framework will be used for power-sharing and co-design using research tools, including health facility assessment, gap analysis, TB cascade indicators, and economic evaluation.