New Zealand government raised a budget of $38 million to support Māori Health providers, aiming to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and boost the vaccination rates of the Māori population.
Out of the total budget, $17 million will be funded to support the providers for the adaptation of current services, while maintaining the essential health services.
While $14 million of this funding will ensure whānau, especially those living in hard-to-reach areas, are able to access testing, vaccinations, medications, and other essential health services.
Another $3 million will be invested in a mass media campaign as well as community programs.
An additional $2 million will ensure providers can operate through the long outbreak and prepare for outbreaks in the future. To read more, please click.
Source: The official website of the New Zealand Government
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