Whare Tukutuku will continue to research and evaluate key areas relevant to alcohol and other drug workforce to ensure that the insights remain whānau-centred.

Whare Tukutuku use an approach that is well informed by kaimahi and whānau, and culturally appropriate. It is vital that collectively we broaden the understanding of whānau AOD care to continue to produce work that supports the whānau narrative.

For Māori, wellbeing from addiction is entrenched in cultural interventions which address wellbeing as a whole in a holistic way. The key to understanding the benefit of culturally focused AOD care is recognising what gives purpose and value to the relationship and the ability of helpers to engage with a person and their whānau in a meaningful culturally safe way.