DHA and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Te Rōpū Hauora Matihiko | The Digital Health Association (DHA) recognises Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a founding document of Aotearoa New Zealand and a vital guide for how we engage, advocate, innovate, and lead.We affirm that the vision of Te Tiriti calls us to build a digital health sector grounded in equity, partnership, and respect for the unique status of Tangata Whenua. We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti as reflected in the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022 and to advancing kotahitanga – collective action and unity – in everything we do.
MANAAKITANGA
How we care foreach other
We create environments where all people feel supported, valued, and safe. We uphold the mana of our members, partners, and communities by listening deeply and acting with compassion.
WHANAUNGATANGA
How we interact and build relationshipsWe foster authentic relationships based on trust, transparency, and reciprocity. We recognise that strong relationships are essential for achieving shared goals and improving health outcomes.
NGĀKAU WHAKAUTE
How we respecteach other
We honour diverse perspectives and cultural identities. We are committed to practices that demonstrate respect for Te Ao Māori and the rights of Tangata Whenua to exercise tino rangatiratanga over matters that affect them.
KAITIAKITANGA
How we protect taonga, including dataWe acknowledge that data is a taonga (treasure) and commit to its stewardship in ways that protect the rights and interests of Māori and all citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand. We will champion practices that uphold data sovereignty and advance equitable, ethical use of information.