Ara Poutama Aotearoa | Department of Corrections

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Corrections at a glance 2022/2023

1,016 people placed into employment via the This Way For Work programme

13,480 hours of face-to-face clinical contact delivered for people with mild to moderate mental health needs

0% average gender pay gap

300+ industry instructors providing training and guidance to people in prison industries

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Our values

Practice value - Manaaki (Respect): We care for and respect everyone.

Practice value - Kaitiaki (Guardianship): We are responsive and responsible.

Practice value - Whanau (Relationships): We develop supportive relationships.

Practice value - Rangatira (Leadership): We demonstrate leadership and are accountable.

Practice value - Wairua (Spirituality): We are unified and focused in our efforts.