THE KIWIS IN CLIMATE NETWORK
Kiwis in Climate (KiC) connects and supports New Zealanders around the world who work in climate and sustainability-related fields. By sharing expertise, opportunities and ideas, we aim to cultivate science-backed solutions to help tackle climate change and live within our planetary boundaries.
OUR KAUPAPA
PURPOSE
To connect Kiwis around the world that work on climate or sustainability-related issues in order to help increase global collaboration and collective action on climate change.
WHAT WE DO
Foster a community of global New Zealanders working on climate and sustainability solutions, who want to share expertise, opportunities and knowledge, and support each others’ mahi and kaupapa.
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Enable the cross-pollination of know-how and experience, especially between
Aotearoa New Zealand and those working internationally.
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Create a forum to catalyze and organize select public communication initiatives,
either under the KiC ‘brand’ or as specific spinoffs.
HOW WE DO IT
KiC connects members internationally via WhatsApp, Zoom events,
a blog and other digital communications
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KiC connects members in different countries and cities through in-person events
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KiC enables and facilitates members to collaborate and organise on specific issues
OUR VALUES
COLLABORATION
We recognise that solving the complex climate and sustainability challenges requires a collective effort.
SUSTAINABILITY & REGENERATION
KiC promotes practices and solutions that prioritise the long term restoration and wellbeing of people and planet.
EMPATHY
We seek to listen and understand the perspective of others.
AUTHENTICITY
KiC is committed to transparency, honesty and accountability.
LEARNING
We seek out new knowledge, perspectives and experiences to increasingly understand the challenges we face and contribute to better quality solutions.
NON-PARTISAN
We welcome different political views, and strive to
keep discussions scientific and evidence-based.
Public policy over party politics.