Lavinia Ngatoko
Posts by Lavinia Ngatoko for News Blog
New online course explores how Te Tiriti underpins equitable health outcomes
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new online course: A Treaty Understanding of Hauora in Aotearoa-New Zealand (TUHA-NZ) (Level 2). Developed to support health promotion practitioners, this…Read more about 'New online course explores how Te Tiriti underpins equitable health outcomes'...
WHO unveils ambitious blueprint for action on climate and health
An ambitious new strategy to tackle the urgent climate challenges faced by Asia and the Pacific was launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) this week. The WHO unveiled what was its first-ever…Read more about 'WHO unveils ambitious blueprint for action on climate and health'...
Watch now: Inequities and the Determinants of Health webishop
HPF’s online workshop (webishop) Inequities and the Determinants of Health is now available to view on our YouTube channel. Presenter Megan Tunks, and guest speaker Mapihi Raharuhi, shared some valua…Read more about 'Watch now: Inequities and the Determinants of Health webishop'...
HPF's ED appointed to steering committee of 2nd summit on traditional medicine
HPF’s Executive Director, Sione Tu’itahi, has been appointed to the steering committee of global experts providing strategic and technical advice for the second World Health Organization (WHO) Global …Read more about 'HPF's ED appointed to steering committee of 2nd summit on traditional medicine'...
NZ health leaders urge government to keep alcohol industry out of policy-making
Health leaders from around the country are urging the Government to protect alcohol harm reduction policies from alcohol industry interference. In an open letter sent to the Prime Minister and senior…Read more about 'NZ health leaders urge government to keep alcohol industry out of policy-making'...
Report reveals mental health crisis among Asian communities
A new report has revealed a deepening mental health crisis among Asian communities, driven by structural barriers, discrimination, and declining life satisfaction. The '2025 New Zealand Asian Well-be…Read more about 'Report reveals mental health crisis among Asian communities'...
New level 2 online courses now available
HPF is pleased to announce that two new level 2 online health promotion courses are 'now live'. Whether you're looking to deepen your knowledge of Pacific health promotion or explore the vital inter…Read more about 'New level 2 online courses now available'...
New report examines trends in health determinants in NZ
HPE welcomes a new report that examines trends in the determinants of health and how we can best improve health and wellbeing outcomes for everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand. Released by the Public He…Read more about 'New report examines trends in health determinants in NZ'...
Workshop to explore future role of health promoters
Registrations now open! We invite you to join us for our next online workshop, ‘Determinants and Inequities in Health in 2025 – where are we going as Health Promoters and what differences can we mak…Read more about 'Workshop to explore future role of health promoters'...
WHO urged to keep health promotion dept
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) reorganisation of its health promotion department at its HQ in Geneva, Switzerland threatens to undo the global advancements it has made in health promotion over …Read more about 'WHO urged to keep health promotion dept'...