Tiaki Taonga Trust is an incorporated society and a non-profit, charitable organisation. The Trust is hapū-centred and hapū-led, and is associated with the Wai 262 flora and fauna claim. The internal infrastructure of the Trust is led by an Advisory Board (Taumata) and a highly professional Corporate Team.
The Trust operates across community, regional, national, and international settings. It works to protect and advance Māori taonga, including indigenous species, mātauranga Māori, cultural knowledge, and intellectual and cultural heritage.

T. R. U. S. T (TE KOTAHITANGA – UNITY)
T – Tika (integrity and correctness)
Rooted in – He Wakaputanga 1835 (Declaration of Independence)
R – Rangatiratanga (Leadership and empowerment)
Guided by -  Te Tiriti o Waitangi 1840
U – Utu (Reciprocation and Balance)
Foundation – He Wakaputanga Articles 2-4 outline a reciprocal relationship between Māori and the British Monarchy
S - Sustainability (Kaitiakitanga - Guardianship and stewardship)
Foundation – Tino Rangatiratanga promotes the sustainable management of resources
T - Tikanga (Respect for Culture and Tradition)
Foundation – Te Tiriti o Waitangi Article 2

MISSION
To protect, preserve, and promote the indigenous knowledge, cultural rights, and natural resources of Māori, with a particular focus on the taonga species and matauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) impacted by the way 262 Flora and Fauna Claim. 

VISION
A future where the rights of Māori Tino Rangatiratanga (self-determination) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) over their flora, fauna, and intellectual property are recognised, protected, and respected, both within Aotearoa and globally. The trust envisions a harmonious balance between cultural heritage, biodiversity and modern development, ensuring the survival of matauranga Māori for future generations.

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