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Who Should Join Transparency International (New Zealand)?

If you are concerned with issues of transparency, accountability and corruption both here in New Zealand and internationally, you should consider membership of Transparency International (New Zealand).

TI-NZ works in a constructive manner with government, other NGOs, government departments, professional bodies, private sector businesses, and individuals to increase transparency and accountability and reduce the incidence of corruption.

If you would like to join Transparency International (New Zealand) please complete an online or downloadable membership application form.

Online Membership Application

Downloadable Membership Application (doc)

Membership Types and Fees

The fees below are valid for the membership period from 1 December 2011 through 30 November 2012 & are GST inclusive.

TI-NZ is a registered public charity.  All members are able to engage in anti-corruption agenda and network with other like-minded organizations and individuals while supporting a worthwhile NGO doing good work in New Zealand and overseas.

In addition to individual and student memberships, TI-NZ has a multi-level membership structure for organisations based on their size and level of commitment.

Platinum, Gold, Silver or Professional Services

For more information and to apply for Platinum, Gold, Silver or Professional Services membership, please contact us by email at admin@transparencynz.org.nz.

Bronze Membership - $ 150.00 per annum

Bronze members are small businesses with less than NZ$1,000,000 turnover, embassies or non-profit organisations. Benefits of Bronze membership include:

  • 3 email contacts on TI-NZ mailing list, and receiving regular TI-NZ newsletter
  • 2 representatives may attend and vote at the TI-NZ Annual General Meeting
  • Receive 2 free or discounted admissions to official TI-NZ events

Individual Membership - $ 80.00 per annum

  • Receive regular TI-NZ Newsletter
  • Attend and vote at the TI-NZ Annual General Meeting
  • Receive 1 free or discounted admission to official TI-NZ events

Student Membership - $ 20.00 per annum

Available for full time students at an accredited educational institution

  • Receive regular TI-NZ Newsletter
  • Attend and vote at the TI-NZ Annual General Meeting
  • Receive 1 free or discounted admission to official TI-NZ events
     

Membership Procedure

New membership applications are referred to the next meeting of the Transparency International (New Zealand), Inc. Board. The Board considers applications in terms of the Rules. If the application is approved the Board confirms the applicant as a Provisional Member of Transparency International (New Zealand), Inc.

Provisional Members are considered by the next Annual General Meeting. An applicant only becomes a full member after approval by Members at the next AGM.

Online Membership Application

Downloadable Membership Application (doc)

Download the Rules of Transparency International New Zealand Inc.

Guiding Principles

 

In pursuit of good governance, and in terms of New Zealand's commitment to freedom and human rights Transparency International (New Zealand) will:

  • oppose bribery and corruption vigorously and openly but not investigate individual cases;
  • work co-operatively with individuals, corporations, governments and international organisations in the fight against corruption;
  • operate on the basis of sound, objective research and analysis in a democratic, non partisan and non sectarian way;
  • seek funding that supports and does not compromise our ability to address issues objectively and freely;
  • cooperate in building, working with and supporting the work of the Transparency International Secretariat in Berlin and support other national chapters particularly in the Pacific region;
  • maintain a balanced and diverse governing body.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 04 July 2012 20:24