Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week

In 2026, Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week (PMHAW) will be recognised from Monday 4 May to Sunday 10 May, aligning the week with World Maternal Mental Health Day which falls on the first Wednesday in May every year.

This year’s theme is Walking With You. 

Real support. Real listening. Real change.

We are proud to announce the following buildings and landmarks will be lighting up green in recognition of PMHAW 2026. More to be announced.

ASHBURTON

Clock Tower

CHRISTCHURCH | ŌTAUTAHI

Christchurch Casino

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū*

Botanical Gardens*

Vaka ‘A Hina*

New Brighton Pier*

Victoria Square Gardens*

The Bridge of Remembrance*

Fanfare Sculpture*

CROMWELL

Welcome Sign

FOXTON

Clock Tower*

GISBORNE

Town Clock

HAMILTON

ANZAC Bridge*

HĀWERA 

Water Tower

INVERCARGILL

Heritage Fountain at Queens Park

NEW PLYMOUTH

Clock Tower*

PALMERSTON NORTH

Hopwood Clock Tower | Kerei Te Panau*

WELLINGTON

Michael Fowler Centre*

WHANGĀREI

Victoria Canopy Bridge
Laurie Hall Park
Pūtahi Park

* will be lit up green for part of PMHAW.

If you, your workplace, or organisation plan to participate, we would love to hear from you.

Contact us at hello@pada.nz.