Monday, 3 May 2021, 11:29 am
Chorus has awarded funding to researchers at the
University of Auckland to evaluate an online platform
providing mental health support for New Zealanders. This
public-private partnership between the University and the
telecommunications company is key to ensuring digital
platforms are responsive to the mental health and wellbeing
needs of Maori and other New Zealanders.
The purpose
of the 12-month research initiative, led by The University
of Auckland, is to evaluate the barriers to, and enablers
of, engagement by Māori with an online platform to support
mental health and wellbeing. This initiative aligns with
Chorus’ goal of creating greater digital capability so
Press Release – Chorus
Chorus has awarded funding to researchers at the University of Auckland to evaluate an online platform providing mental health support for New Zealanders. This public-private partnership between the University and the telecommunications company is key to ensuring digital platforms are responsive to the mental health and wellbeing needs of Maori and other New Zealanders.
The purpose of the 12-month research initiative, led by The University of Auckland, is to evaluate the barriers to, and enablers of, engagement by Māori with an online platform to support mental health and wellbeing. This initiative aligns with Chorus’ goal of creating greater digital capability so Kiwis can make the most of the fibre network it has been rolling out over the last 10 years.