mates invitations - knowing how to spot the invitations
Changes in behaviour that you or a mate might be displaying. These are not one-off incidences, but rather happening more often than usual.
how to get involved
Find out about our partners programme and how your organisation can get involved.
construction workers
Are you having
thoughts of suicide?
Is your mate having
thoughts of suicide?
mates on site
MATES in Construction believes in building workplace communities and increasing the capability of the workforce to look out for their MATES.
MATES in Construction New Zealand
The MATES programme builds and strengthens communities in the workplace and across the industry – helping our people to be supportive and provide an environment that encourages positive wellbeing.
The impact of this community-based approach then goes beyond the workplace and into our every-day lives.
MATES engage with workers through on-site training and providing those identified as at risk with case management support that connects them to suitable professional support. MATES Field Officers are trained in suicide intervention skills and have experience with the Building and Construction Industry. This allows them to engage easily with the workers on site.

workers inducted
connectors trained
sites have received our programme
call backs made
companies have become investment partners

What is our Mana Ake – unique identity?
‘Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi engari i te toa takitini’
‘My strength is not of a single warrior but that of many’
We live by our Uara (values);
Manaakitangata – the care and wellbeing of those we work with and for
Whakawhanaungatanga– building strong, sustainable relationships
Pono / Tika – striving for what is true and right in all that we do
Mataoratanga – physically, spiritually and mentally healthy
Matatautanga – striving for excellence in everything you do and celebrate your successes with humility
Tumautanga – contribution and service to others

suicide in new zealand
The Construction Industry has the highest number of suicides across all industries in New Zealand.
Research has shown us that workers find it difficult to discuss feelings and emotions with colleagues at work, and the nature of the work has made social support more difficult
MATES is an evidence based workplace suicide prevention model, developed to reduce high suicide rates in the construction industry.
Industry has stepped forward and is supporting the implementation of the MATES in Construction programme onto sites across NZ.
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