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Appropriate Decision-Making:

Children have valuable perspectives, and should be supported in their own initiatives and encouraged to participate in decisions that affect their lives, future, communities, and the environment. Children should be supported to develop to their full potential and become responsible, compassionate, engaged citizens.

Non-Violence:

All children have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and they must be protected from all forms of abuse.

Diversity:

The cultural and gender identities of our diverse tamariki should be honoured and celebrated.

Learning:

Children should experience a childhood of exploration and discovery, including through a quality formal education.