The Way We Work

Mā te tika o te mahi i roto i te pono me te aroha
Ka eke ki ngā taumata o te ora

Integrity, honour and passion will ensure success

Our key role is that of leadership... facilitating and effecting action by individuals, communities and people who can influence change in the drinking culture.

We are committed to leadership that is:

Authoritative...
using our knowledge and expertise to effect understanding and change, and support our partners.

Challenging...
taking informed,assertive stances and ensuring they are communicated well.  Ensuring that the 'big conversations' are had about issues relating to New Zealand's drinking culture, within families, whānau, communities and organisations.

Dedicated...
committed to making a difference to New Zealand’s drinking culture, through our own actions and our support of others.

Inspirational...
providing a positive vision, and using our knowledge and expertise to bring others along with us.

Inclusive...
being committed to strong, honest productive relationships with a wide range communities and supportive of partners, consultative and facilitating engagement.

Informed...
about the issues, the environment and the people in New Zealand.

Respectful...
seeking advice on the most appropriate ways to engage with a wide range of cultures – respecting that there are many ways to engage with communities.

Non-judgmental...
we do not point the finger. We accept that people will recognise and judge behaviour for themselves.

Strategic...
We will assist with building sustainable community capability to support long-term solutions.