Digital Waitaha Charitable Trust.

Empowering ethical learners through knowledge, passion and respect.

Digital Waitaha Charitable Trust provides a holistic approach to solving our community's most significant digital challenges. We aim to empower individuals to manage their digital safety and wellbeing by creating opportunities to engage in our programmes that improve upon their digital skills.

Our programmes

Digital Safety

Digital safety and wellbeing programmes for tamariki from 0 -13. Embed digital wellbeing into your learning environment to empower tamariki for life. Free resources available!

Whānau Workshops

Workshops for caregivers and anyone who works with youth on how to keep them (and you!) safe and well online. It's easier than you think.

Your Digital Shield

Learn to spot fraud, identify secure platforms, and safeguard your data. Ensure your wellbeing and protect future opportunities in the digital era.

Ask a Digital Expert

Ask a Digital expert for one-on-one advice for your digital device. Are you a community group that would like this programme or a school looking to reach out? Click learn more to see how easy this is to set up!

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Businesses We’re Mentored/Mentoring through Business New Zealand

Darkroom Live Music and Entertainment Venue

Top Notch Dog Boarding Kennels

Digital Waitaha Charitable Trust

Latest Blog Posts

5 Aspects of regenerative tourism

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | October 3, 2022 | Project Regenerative Tourism, Authenticity, Awareness, Indigenous, Policy, Post Covid-Tourism Recovery, Regenerative Tourism, Resilience, Sustainability, Tourist Behaviour | 0 Comments

What is regenerative tourism?The foundation of tourism - the host communitiesChallenges and clarificationsRegenerative tourism models and measures - framework and indicatorsAuthenticity in tourism experiencesPositive psychology movement in...

As finalists for the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2024, our journey of incubation and success

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 20, 2024 | Akaroa, Authenticity, News, Resilience, Sustainability, Tourism | 0 Comments

The Seventh Generation Tours: Our incubation journeyStrategic planning: Clarity for future growthExecutive leadership: Empowering bsinesses to succeedBusiness strategy development: Future-proofing your organisationAdapting to market trends: Product development and...

International Tourist Arrivals Climate Change and Regenerative Tourism

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 19, 2024 | Climate Change, International Tourists, News, Regenerative Tourism, Tourism | 0 Comments

International Tourist Arrivals Reach 96% of Pre-Pandemic Levels by July 2024Tourism’s Impact on Climate ChangeHow Can Regenerative Tourism Help?Related Research International Tourist Arrivals Reach 96% of Pre-Pandemic Levels by July 2024 Madrid, Spain, 19 September...

Community resilience and costs of living crisis: A Case Study of New Zealand

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 1, 2024 | News, New Zealand, Resilience, Surveys | 0 Comments

Help Us Understand Community Resilience in the Face of the Cost of Living Crisis We invite you to participate in a research study exploring the effects of the cost of living crisis on community resilience in New Zealand. This study aims to understand how rising living...

Regional Deals Strategic Framework

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | August 22, 2024 | New Zealand, Infrastruture Development, News, Planning, Policy, Regional Deals | 0 Comments

Overview Key ComponentsImplementation ProcessGovernance and AccountabilityExpected Outcomes Overview To remain competitive on the global stage in the 21st century, all regions must maximise their productivity and efficiency by utilising their resources and tools...

New Zealand’s biggest export earners

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | March 9, 2024 | New Zealand Tourism Data and Research, New Zealand, News, Tourism, Tourism Data Overview | 0 Comments

Current trend as of March 2024 Latest IVS DataViews on Tourism: New Zealand Current trend as of March 2024 Recent data released last week showing how important tourism’s contribution is to New Zealanders and the country. Tourism is now the second largest export,...

Measuring Regenerative Tourism

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | February 3, 2024 | Regenerative Tourism, Research, Tourism | 0 Comments

Paper: Regenerative tourism - measuring to manageAbstractAccess the full paperThe Rise of Regenerative Tourism: A New Paradigm in TravelUnderstanding the Differences Between Regenerative and Sustainable TourismMeasuring Success in Regenerative TourismPilot Study:...

Carbon Footprint Calculator

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | January 1, 2024 | Climate Change, Awareness, New Zealand Tourism Data and Research, News, Research | 0 Comments

Carbon CalculatorCarbon Footprint CalculatorWhat is our carbon footprint?How to calculate my carbon footprint Carbon Calculator There are various websites available for estimating your carbon footprint, whether for the individual, household, organisation or business....

BusineStartup Services Provided by the Sustainability and Resilience Institute

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 20, 2023 | Our Services, News, Partnership, Planning, Policy, Research, Resilience, Sustainability | 0 Comments

At the Sustainability and Resilience Institute, we are passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful, sustainable businesses. Leveraging our experience with established businesses and visionary leaders, we offer a full spectrum of...

Business Management Services Provided by the Sustainability and Resilience Institute

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 20, 2023 | News, Marketing, Our Services, Planning, Policy, Research, Resilience, Sustainability | 0 Comments

At the Sustainability and Resilience Institute, we offer a comprehensive suite of business management services, designed to empower and future-proof your organisation. Our approach is built around strategic insight, leadership development, and resilience building....

Regenerative Tourism and Climate Change

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | September 2, 2023 | Environment, Economy, Glasgow Declaration, Journal of Sustainability and Resilience, New Zealand, News, Our Projects, Project Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, Tourism | 0 Comments

Abstract: Climate Change Commitments and Challenges to Achieve Regenerative Tourism: A Case of Aotearoa New Zealand Abstract: Climate Change Commitments and Challenges to Achieve Regenerative Tourism: A Case of Aotearoa New Zealand New Zealand heavily relies on...