Tiriti O Waitangi

We embrace the biculturalism of Aotearoa and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (partnership, participation and protection) within our own five values. These are familiar concepts to the Antarctica New Zealand team and are central to everything we do:

We are passionate about what we do

Ka ngākau whiwhita tātou ki ā tātou mahi katoa

• All staff are resourced and empowered to learn about and engage in Māoritanga.

We care for each other and the environment

Ka tiaki tātou i a tātou anō, ka tiaki hoki i te taiao

• Māori diversity and collaboration is valued and celebrated.
• In the interest of all, Māori have the same rights and opportunities as non-Māori.

We work together

Ka mahi tahi tātou

• Antarctica New Zealand has enduring, collaborative relationships with Ngāi Tahu/Māori Leaders.

We act with integrity

He ngākau pono ō tātou

• Māori staff are empowered to work ‘as Māori’.
• Māori perspectives and opinions are represented in decision making.

We aspire to the highest standards

Ka whai tātou i ngā taumata tiketike

• Develop and implement cultural competencies.