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Donna Phillips is of Pākehā and Fijian descent. Since 1990 she has spent time in the mental health system including at Kingseat, a hospital mental health unit, and community mental health settings. Donna has experienced sexual abuse, violation of privacy and neglect. Her father was also in Carrington Hospital and Whangārei Hospital. Donna spoke about her father and shared her own experiences in care. She also outlined issues with the system and suggested recommendations for improvement. 

Witness Statement