Code 2: Cultural context
Allow for cultural process
Criterion 2.1
Gaining agreement from non-profit organisations may require funders to allow for different culturally-anchored processes as part of the negotiation and agreement process.
An indicator required to achieve this includes:
2.1.1 Negotiation processes that provide appropriate engagement with the non-profit organisation's accepted form of decision-making authority.
Fair access
Criterion 2.2
Fair access to funding is made available.
Indicators required to achieve this include:
2.2.1 Funding systems or processes that do not
unfairly discriminate against cultural diversity.
2.2.2 Information is available and communication
tools are used in a way that’s reasonably accessible for all
relevant cultural backgrounds.
2.2.3 Funding can be targeted to specific cultural
expertise, where this is required.
Acknowledge kaupapa Māori
Criterion 2.3
Funders will meet with whānau/hapū/iwi organisations in
a manner that respects and acknowledges their cultural values and
kaupapa Māori.
Indicators required to achieve this include:
2.3.1 The funding agreement incorporates Māori
values and kaupapa Māori.
2.3.2 The funding agreement recognises the cultural
expertise and community links of the kaupapa Māori organisations.
2.3.3 Recognition of the expertise of the non-profit
organisation to manage its affairs consistent with its kaupapa.
