Lay summary
There is very little published research exploring palliative care provision in prison in Aotearoa. Improving end-of-life experience in prison is a significant health issue for Māori as approximately half of the incarcerated population is Māori. This study is supported by Te Ārai Palliative Care and End of Life Research Group Kāhui Kaumātua who have given it the title ‘Maungārongo’, referring to the potential for healing at end-of-life. Qualitative interviews (n=15-20) will be conducted with health and social care professionals who support people with life limiting illness in prison in Aotearoa, and relevant literature reviewed. We will also explore the nature of data routinely collected about health and social care service use at the end-of-life by incarcerated people. The study is supported by Te Whatu Ora and Hospice NZ who have identified a need for information to support palliative care service development in prison. Findings will inform a project grant.