Storyteller Protection Policy

Introduction
This Protection Policy outlines our commitment to kaitiakitanga over the stories shared on our platform This is Aotearoa, managed by ATA Limited, and emphasises the rangatiratanga (sovereignty) of storytellers over their narratives.

Kaitiakitanga
Kaitiakitanga refers to guardianship and stewardship. On the This is Aotearoa platforms, kaitiakitanga means we take responsibility for protecting and managing the stories shared with us. We commit to:

• Preserving the integrity and spirit of each story.
• Ensuring stories are used respectfully and in ways that honour the storyteller’s intent.
• Safeguarding the stories against misuse or misrepresentation.
• Promoting the stories to inspire and educate, while respecting their origins and meanings.
• Managing production materials responsibly and ensuring they are used in alignment with the storyteller’s intent.

Rangatiratanga Over Stories
Rangatiratanga means sovereignty, and in this context, it refers to the ultimate authority and ownership that storytellers have over their stories. 

• Control and Consent: Storytellers retain full control over their narratives. They have the right to request the removal of their stories at any time.
• Right to Withdraw: Storytellers can contact us at any time to withdraw their stories. We will remove their content from the platform promptly upon request.
• Respect and Dignity: We are committed to presenting stories in a manner that upholds the dignity and mana of the storytellers.

Collection and Use of Stories
When you share your story with This is Aotearoa, you consent to the following:

• Collection: We collect stories through filmed interviews.
• Use: Stories are used to promote understanding and celebrate the diverse experiences of people in Aotearoa. This may include sharing stories on our website, social media channels, or in other public forums.
• Attribution: Whenever possible, we attribute stories to their original storytellers and acknowledge This is Aotearoa (managed by ATA Limited) in producing the materials, recognising the collaborative effort in creating the content.
  

Moderation
We reserve the right to decide whether, and when, we publish each story. We reserve the right to moderate or remove any story, for any reason, at any time.
We reserve the right to verify the validity of complaints against storytellers and to remove any stories where false or misleading details have been given by a storyteller or a storyteller has behaved in a fraudulent or dishonest manner.

Safeguarding Your Information
We are committed to protecting the privacy and integrity of your personal information. This includes:

• Data Security: We have robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access or disclosure.
• Confidentiality: Keeping personal information confidential and only using it for the purposes for which it was collected.
• Transparency: Being clear about how we use and protect your information, and informing you of any changes to this policy.

Your Rights
As a storyteller on This is Aotearoa platforms, you have the following rights:

• Access: You can request access to your personal information and the stories you have shared.
• Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal information.
• Removal: You can request the removal of your stories from our platform at any time.
• Use: You can request clarification or updates on how your story has been used.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Protection Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website.

Acceptance of Terms
By sharing your story with This is Aotearoa, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Protection Policy.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Protection Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: kiaora@thisisaotearoa.co.nz 

Thank you for trusting us with your story. We are honoured to be kaitiaki of your narrative and committed to respecting your rangatiratanga.