Platform MH&A Election Debate - Monday 31 August
We warmly invite you, your kaimahi and the tangata whai ora you support to attend the Platform Mental Health & Addiction Election Debate on Monday 31 August in Wellington.
This is a key opportunity for our sector to come together and ensure our collective voice is heard ahead of the election.
Event details
- Date: Monday 31 August 2026
- Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm
- Location: Wellington College, 15 Dufferin Street, Mt Victoria, Wellington
- Facilitator: Michael Morrah, investigative journalist
Why attend
- Hear directly from political parties about their positions, policies and commitments for mental health and addiction
- Help shape and influence priorities for the next Government and beyond
- Engage on wider issues, including the social determinants of health affecting our communities
- This is the only MH&A-focused election debate for 2026
👉 Register here for in person and online attendance:
https://events.humanitix.com/mental-health-and-addiction-2026-election-political-debate
https://events.humanitix.com/mental-health-and-addiction-2026-election-political-debate
We will be hosting a Post-Election Debate Breakfast for Platform Members at 57 Salmond House, Vivian Street, Wellington on Tuesday 1 September – further details to follow shortly.
We look forward to seeing you all there.