Ngā Tikanga Matatika
Code of Ethics

Ngā Tikanga Matatika, our Code of Ethics, represents our professional identity, our collective aspirations and is a key point of reference for informing our ethical decision making. You can download or purchase a hardcopy of Ngā Tikanga Matatika / the Code of Ethics at the bottom of this page.

The pura (foundation) of Ngā Tikanga Matatika / Code of Ethics is our recognition of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our Code of Ethics outlines the expectations of social workers in their expression of their commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

 

Ngā Tikanga Matatika Pou (Code of Ethics Values)

Rangatiratanga

Social workers value diversity and cultural identity. We use our practice to advocate for and support self-determination and empowerment of others.

Manaakitanga

Social workers recognise and support the mana of others. We act towards others with respect, kindness and compassion. We practice empathic solidarity, ensure safe space, acknowledge boundaries and meet obligations.

Whanaungatanga

Social workers work to strengthen reciprocal mana-enhancing relationships, connectedness and to foster a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Aroha

Social workers acknowledge our mutual responsibility for wellbeing. We recognise our common humanity with people who use our services and hold people to account, using professional judgement without being judgemental. We focus on people’s strengths and finding solutions.

Kotahitanga

Social workers work to build a sense of community, solidarity and collective action for social change. We challenge injustice and oppression in all its forms, including exploitation, marginalisation, powerlessness, cultural imperialism and violence.

Mātātoa

Social workers act with moral courage in situations that are uncomfortable, challenging and uncertain. We use critical reflection and questioning to work through contradictions and complexity.

Wairuatanga

Social workers attend to the wellbeing – spiritual, emotional, psychological and physical – of self and others. We acknowledge the significance of whakapapa, self-awareness and self-care.

 

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