Purpose and principles

Our purpose

Internal Affairs serves and connects people, communities and government to build a safe, prosperous and respected nation.

Tō tātou Whāinga

Ko tā te Tari Taiwhenua he whakarato me te hono i ngā iwi, ngā hapori me te kāwanatanga ki te hanga motu haumaru, tōnui, whai mana hoki.

Our three principles

WE MAKE IT EASY, WE MAKE IT WORK

• We are customer-centred
• We make things even better

WE’RE STRONGER TOGETHER

• We work as a team
• We value each other

WE TAKE PRIDE IN WHAT WE DO

• We make a positive difference
• We strive for excellence

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