Te Tiriti o Waitangi Roadmap
Our college recognises Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a foundational document that not only shapes the
historical and cultural landscape of Aotearoa New Zealand but also informs our approach to
medical education, research, and community engagement.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi embodies principles of partnership, protection, and participation. These
principles are not merely abstract ideals but actionable commitments that guide our efforts to
foster an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive environment. At ANZCA we understand
that respecting and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi requires more than acknowledgment; it demands
tangible actions that reflect our dedication to the wellbeing of Māori fellows, trainees and all
peoples of Aotearoa.
The development of this roadmap is but one important step in the journey ANZCA is on to ensure that members and staff understand the implications of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all our work.
To support this journey ANZCA will:
- Enact the necessary actions required by ANZCA to meet the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Actively embed Te Ao Māori perspectives within curricula, training, assessment, continuing professional development programmes, policy, and advocacy documents. This action includes acknowledging and valuing tikanga Māori in our internal documents such as governance, committee hui and conferences.
- Ensure communications (oral, written and web-based) reflect Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally appropriate wording, imagery, and content.
- Take steps to recruit Māori staff and ensure our workplace is culturally safe for Māori.
- Ensure members are culturally safe by developing a plan to implement a Māori cultural safety programme for ANZCA committees, fellows, and trainees.
- Provide resources to improve knowledge, attitudes, and skills in tikanga Māori and Te Reo Māori within governance structures, membership, and staff.