Formalising the Tūhonotanga agreement In February 2023, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata formalised its partnership with the NICF through the ‘Tūhonotanga agreement’. This was a significant milestone for our work to build and sustain partnerships with Tangata Whenua. The agreement sets out several shared goals: • Better recognition of Te Tiriti, and the indigenous and human rights of tāngata whenua • Opportunities to co-create initiatives promoting Te Tiriti and human rights • Improved access to Te Kāhui Tika Tangata for whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori • Continued work by Te Kāhui Tika Tangata with NICF to establish a shared work programme to deliver on these shared goals. Appointing a Rongomau Taketake In March 2023, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata appointed Professor Claire Charters as Rongomau Taketake to lead work on Indigenous Peoples’ rights. Establishing a Tangata Whenua voice at the governance level was a significant milestone and an important step towards transforming our organisation’s decision-making structures to align with our Tiriti-based journey. The Rongomau Taketake was selected by NICF and appointed by Te Kāhui Tika Tangata, reflecting our partnership under the Tūhonotanga agreement. As well as a focus on building relationships, promoting understanding and implementation of UNDRIP, the Rongomau Taketake will also provide advice to the Commission on ensuring ongoing Tangata Whenua representation at governance level. Applying a Shared Leadership Model Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission has taken a significant step towards a more inclusive and equitable future. Its new shared leadership structure created the role of Tatau-Urutahi Tino Rangatiratanga Leader to work in equal partnership with the Tatau-Uruora Leader, Meg de Ronde, the Commission’s Chief Executive, who joined the Commission in April 2023. An appointment of the TatauUrutahi is expected to be announced soon and will signify an acknowledgement of tino rangatiratanga as a form of authority alongside kāwanatanga, aligning with the provisions of te Tiriti o Waitangi. Both leaders will share accountability for the organisation’s strategy, culture, and outcomes. The shared leadership model aligns with Aotearoa New Zealand’s obligations under relevant legislation, and is in line with the Commission’s broader journey towards becoming a Tiriti-based organisation, embedding all articles of Te Tiriti within its dayto-day operations. This innovative approach reflects the commitment of the Commission to achieving equality for Indigenous peoples, and both Tatau-Urutahi and Tatau-Uruora leaders will work collaboratively with tino rangatiratanga and kāwanatanga alignment and partnership, following the Matike Mai spheres of authority framework. The Commission aims to lead by example in promoting shared leadership and accountability in the public sector, and the forthcoming appointment of the Tatau-Urutahi is a crucial milestone in this journey. TBO Internal Roadshow In May 2023, Ahi Kaa ran a TBO Roadshow for all teams across Te Kāhui Tika Tangata. This aimed to support staff to strengthen their ability to apply Te Tiriti in their work and better understand each team’s unique role in progressing our Tiriti journey. Staff were supported to use tools to engage in Te Tiriti analysis and application. They also began making plans to ensure each team’s work was contributing to and aligned with our wider Tiriti journey. The TBO Roadshow was a step towards strengthening staff capability to deliver on our Tiriti journey and ensuring the entire organisation was involved in the transformation. The Roadshow was also an opportunity to set up the ‘Te Tiriti o Waitangi Champions’ community 17