We’re in it together.
So get involved.
Respect is strongest when it’s visible and shared.
Respect NZ helps organisations and communities reinforce a clear expectation of courtesy in everyday interactions.
When that expectation is visible across workplaces, services, and communities, the signal becomes stronger - and culture starts to shift.
for organisations.
Most organisations already expect respectful behaviour.
Respect NZ helps make that expectation visible and shared.
Organisations that support the initiative can display the Respect NZ Hallmark, signalling something simple and clear before an interaction even begins:
Respect will be shown, and respect is expected in return.
The initiative does not replace internal policies or workplace culture.
It reinforces them - by making a shared expectation visible across society.
Join Respect NZ and show your organisation stands for respect in the society we all share. New Zealand needs you.
for individuals.
Respect begins with everyday interactions.
Each of us can reinforce it - by modelling courtesy, acknowledging positive behaviour, and setting clear expectations in our own communities.
Culture changes when enough people decide respect matters.
Respect NZ belongs to all of us.
Sign up for updates, join the conversation, or get in touch to find out how you can help.
It’s up to us.