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Learning disability health resources from a Māori lens

Year:
2025
Duration:
2 months
Approved budget:
$7,500.00
Researchers:
Miss Rebekah Watson
,
Associate Professor Brigit Mirfin-Veitch
,
Professor Leigh Hale
,
Mrs Bernadette Jones
,
Dr Nicola McKenzie
Host:
University of Otago
Health issue:
Wellbeing (autonomy self-determination)
Proposal type:
Māori Health Summer Studentship
Lay summary
People with learning disabilities face many challenges in their health and wellbeing. This is further complicated for Whaikaha Māori. This project will explore from a Te Ao Māori perspective the suitability of current available resources for people with a learning disability to support their health.