Hato Hone St John is proud to announce a new partnership with MAS (Medical Assurance Society), who will serve as the principal sponsor of their 3 Steps for Life programme - a nationwide initiative that teaches New Zealanders how to respond confidently and effectively to cardiac arrest emergencies.
With more than 2,000 cardiac arrests occurring in across New Zealand every year, the need for public awareness and action is urgent. The 3 Steps for Life programme provides simple, life-saving training:
Call 111 for an ambulance, start CPR, and use an AED.
“This partnership is a game-changer,” says Jacci Tatnell, National Manager Community Education at Hato Hone St John. “With MAS’s support, we’re expanding our reach across the motu, giving more people the tools and confidence to act when every second counts. Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Aotearoa.”
The three-year collaboration will enable Hato Hone St John to deliver more training sessions, reach underserved communities, and build on the success of campaigns like Shocktober and their Light the Way Annual Appeal.
MAS, a New Zealand-owned mutual insurer and investment provider, shares Hato Hone St John’s deep commitment to community wellbeing. Their support goes beyond sponsorship — MAS will also offer 3 Steps for Life training to their own staff, helping grow the number of trained responders in the community.
“We’re honoured to support a programme that empowers New Zealanders with essential life-saving skills,” says Matt Harvey, MAS Chief Distribution and Marketing Officer. “This partnership reflects our broader commitment to the health and resilience of our communities. It’s about making a real difference — together.”
MAS has a long history of supporting health-focused initiatives through their MAS Foundation, including projects that promote oral health and wellbeing in diverse communities. Their backing of 3 Steps for Life is a powerful extension of their mission to help New Zealanders thrive - physically, financially, and emotionally.
Thanks to MAS’s support, Hato Hone St John is poised to make an even greater impact - helping more Kiwis learn the precious skill of how to help save a life.
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Hato Hone St John media team