SO WHO IS THIS CONFERENCE FOR?

The Host Rōpū identified six key values to guide their vision for Wellington 2018:

Mana Motuhake, Te Tīriti o Waitangi, Whānau, Whanaungatanga, Manaaki Manuhiri and Pārekareka. 

Whānau:

Intergenerational Roles & Responsibilities

At its most basic level Whānau implies belonging and inclusion with inherent responsibilities and accountability.

The Bid Organisations represent and advocate for LGBTIQ+ people of every generation.

We acknowledge the essential wisdom and experience of our kaumātua, pakeke and rangatahi; our elders, adults and young people so each has an equal voice in this process. 

Te Tīriti o Waitangi:

Decolonising Sexuality & Gender

The impact of colonisation on the indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand is acknowledged through a stated commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi.

That commitment is made operational through the involvement of Tīwhanawhana and the use of te reo and tikanga (Māori language and culture) in all aspects of the Bid and the World Conference itself.

It also acknowledges the use of the term ‘takatāpui’ for Māori and other culturally based terms for diverse sexes, genders and sexualities.

Pārekareka:

Having Fun! 

Finally, we must have fun.

The effort required to undertake this process will be lightened by intelligent wit and the compulsion to laugh together.

We will deal with challenges with patience, good faith and great humour as we strive to be our ‘best selves’ in all circumstances.