Privacy Statement

Te Matatini Society Incorporated is committed to handling personal information with care, in alignment with kaupapa Māori values and the Privacy Act 2020.

What Information We Collect

Data is collected through various means, including:

·         Participant registration forms for Kapa Haka events or activities.

·         Surveys, feedback forms, or evaluations.

·         Reports and submissions provided by regional subsidiaries.

All data collection is conducted transparently, with clear explanations of how the data is used and consent sought where required.

Data Sovereignty and Security

Te Matatini Society Incorporated upholds data sovereignty by ensuring:

·         Secure storage and restricted access to authorised personnel only.

·         Transparency in data collection, with consent sought where required.

Sharing of Information

·         Data will not be shared with external parties without consent.

·         Aggregated or anonymised data may be used to showcase the impact of Kapa Haka without identifying individuals or regions.

Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, participants have the right to:

·         Access their data held by Te Matatini Society Incorporated.

·         Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.

·         Be informed about how their data is used.

·         Withdraw consent for data use where applicable.

Data Retention and Breach Response

We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfil its intended purpose or meet legal obligations. If a data breach occurs, affected individuals and regions is informed, and necessary steps is taken to mitigate harm, including notifying the Office of the Privacy Commissioner if required.