This agreement is between Ngā Aho Inc. (Ngā Aho), and the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects Inc. (NZILA). The agreement seeks to affirm a relationship between two important sector bodies in recognition of common interests. Both parties serve and inform Aotearoa/New Zealand design communities. The agreement provides a statement of recognition and intent, as well as providing relationship principles between the parties.
Statement of Recognition:
Ngā Aho recognises the NZILA as the pre-eminent organisation for promoting the profession of landscape architecture in Aotearoa/New Zealand and other objects as set out in the NZILA constitution.
The NZILA recognises Ngā Aho as the pre-eminent national organisation representing the collective interests of Māori design professionals, including the roopu of Māori landscape architects and associated professionals known collectively as Te Tau-a-Nuku.
The parties will work with each other in accord with the following principles:
Mana
Authority and standing: Recognising and supporting the authority and standing of each organisation
Manaakitanga
Hospitality and reciprocity: Extending hospitality and reciprocity to one another
Mahi Tahi
Collaboration: Working together for the benefit of each and all
Kaitiakitanga
Custodianship: Acting consistently and responsibly as custodians of all people, cultures and environments
Aroha
Respect and understanding: Working within a common understanding which places value on involvement and which recognises each parties best endeavours
Manawanui
Commitment: Working collaboratively to ensure that the relationship between the parties is kept warm at every occasion