Exploration of Māori household experiences of food insecurity

Authors

Brittani S. Beavis
Christina W. McKerchar
Juanita Maaka
Louise A. Mainvil

Year of Publication

2019

Source

Nutrition & Dietics, Vol 76, Issue 3, July 2019 (First published October 11, 2018)

Publication Type

Journal article (peer reviewed)

Publication Status

Completed

Abstract

This kaupapa Māori research explores, in ethnographic style, how food sustainability can affect hauora (wellbeing). The researchers conclude: "Whānau had developed many strategies to reduce the severity of food insecurity, relying on support from extended whānau and the wider community, but households remained food insecure. Health and other professionals should advocate for social justice and policy solutions that change systems perpetuating social and health inequity."

Type of Study

Qualitative

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