Core values

Question 1

List the core values

Answer 1

PRIC

Professionalism

Respect

Integrity

Commitment to Maori and Treaty

Question 2

Professionalism

Answer 2

Definition:

• All Police members are aware of the impact of their behaviour at all times.
• They maintain self-control, are resilient and present a professional image.
• They uphold the rule of law and maintain the guidelines, standards, policies and procedures set by the organisation.

Question 3

Respect

Answer 3

Definition:

• All Police members understand that their role is to acknowledge and respond to our diverse society and to serve all people with dignity.
• In doing so they recognise the rights, values and freedoms of all people.

Question 4

Integrity

Answer 4

Definition:

• All Police members are committed and loyal to the vision, values and goals of the organisation.
• They inspire trust and behave honestly and ethically.

Question 5

Commitment to Maori and Treaty

Answer 5

Definition:

• New Zealand Police are committed to being responsive to Maori as tangata whenua, recognising the Treaty of Waitangi as New Zealand’s founding document.
• By working with Maori New Zealand Police will enhance safety and security.