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

The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | January 1, 2025 | Project Regenerative Tourism, Authenticity, Awareness, Climate Change, Development, Domestic Tourists, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, International Tourists, New Zealand Tourism Data and Research, News, Newsletter, Our Projects, Our Services, Partnership, Planning, Policy, Post Covid-Tourism Recovery, Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism, Tourism, Tourism Data Overview, Tourist Behaviour | 0 Comments

IntroductionCritics ReviewFor sales and offers visit this link Introduction This timely and innovative handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the current critical debates, trends and the transformative potential of regenerative tourism, and also looks towards a...

Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand Joins Global Leaders in Climate Action by Signing the Glasgow Declaration

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | January 4, 2023 | News, Climate Change, Glasgow Declaration, New Zealand, Our Projects, Our Services, Research, Sustainability, Tourism | 0 Comments

Sustainability and Resilience Institute Signs the Glasgow DeclarationBackground to Glasgow Declation on Climate Action in TourismGlasgow declaration on climate action in tourismSustainability and Resilience Institute Sustainability and Resilience Institute Signs the...

5 Aspects of regenerative tourism

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | October 3, 2022 | Project Regenerative Tourism, Authenticity, Awareness, Indigenous, Journal of Tourism Regeneration, 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...

Tourism in Overdrive: Why New Zealand Must Put Tourism Management Before Marketing

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | June 26, 2025 | News, Domestic Tourists, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, International Tourists, Marketing, New Zealand, Planning, Policy, Post Covid-Tourism Recovery, Project Regenerative Tourism, Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism, Tourism | 0 Comments

What’s the Problem?Why Management Matters More Than MarketingSocial License Is Slipping — FastA Different Vision for TourismRegenerative Tourism: A Smarter Way ForwardFinal Thoughts Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s recent trip to China and his government’s renewed...

Tourism New Zealand Launches Fresh Global Campaign: Find Your 100% Pure New Zealand

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | June 12, 2025 | Authenticity, Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, International Tourists, Marketing, New Zealand, News, Tourism | 0 Comments

Introduction Personalised Experience PlanningTargeting Sustainable Growth and SeasonalityBroad Collaboration and Industry SupportMore Than Just a Destination Introduction Tourism New Zealand has launched an exciting new global campaign, giving a refreshed twist to its...

Co-Creating Tourism Values through Regeneration

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | June 11, 2025 | News, Authenticity, Indigenous, New Zealand, Planning, Policy, Post Covid-Tourism Recovery, Project Regenerative Tourism, Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism, Tourism, Tourism Data Overview, Tourist Behaviour, Webinars | 0 Comments

IntroductionProgramWelcome RemarksJafar Jafari Kazem VafadariFrancesc Fusté FornéAsif HussainFrancesc Fusté FornéAsif HussainPresentations by Speakers/PanelistsElena Mattei and Stefania M. MaciFrida Marie Omma Alessandro InversiniCultural BreakDiscussion and...

Roadmap for the Introduction and Exploration of Banks Peninsula as a Dark Sky Reserve

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | March 2, 2025 | News, Awareness, Banks Peninsula, Dark Sky Reserve, Domestic Tourists, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, International Tourists, New Zealand, Planning, Policy, Research, Sustainability, Tourism | 0 Comments

Introduction1. OpportunitiesEnvironmental and Astronomical BenefitsEconomic and Tourism AdvantagesCommunity and Educational Gains2. ChallengesLight Pollution ManagementRegulatory and Certification ProcessInfrastructure and Funding3. The Path ForwardPhase 1:...

Frameworks for Measuring Regenerative Tourism: Supply and Demand Indicators with a Dynamic and Holistic Approach

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | December 31, 2024 | Journal of Sustainability and Resilience, Domestic Tourists, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, Infrastruture Development, News, Planning, Policy, Project Regenerative Tourism, Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, Tourism | 0 Comments

Abstract This paper examines regenerative tourism as a holistic approach that goes beyond sustainability by actively restoring and enhancing social-ecological systems. Recognizing tourism’s interconnectedness with economic, social, cultural, and environmental systems,...

Developing Sustainable Medical Tourism: A Framework in the Perspective of Developing Countries

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | December 31, 2024 | Journal of Sustainability and Resilience, Journal of Tourism Regeneration, News, Planning, Policy, Research, Tourism, Tourist Behaviour | 0 Comments

Abstract This study reviewed the literature to develop the framework for sustainable medical tourism in developing countries. According to the findings, the development of a sustainable tourist destination necessitates the involvement of various stakeholders and...

Why both supply-side and demand-side regenerative tourism indicators are crucial

by Sustainability and Resilience Institute New Zealand | November 1, 2024 | Authenticity, Economy, Environment, Indigenous, International Tourists, Journal of Tourism Regeneration, News, Planning, Project Regenerative Tourism, Regenerative Tourism, Research, Resilience, Sustainability, Tourism, Tourist Behaviour | 0 Comments

IntroductionProposed supply-side indicators1. Creating conditions for continuous renewal2. Transcending new forms of tourism3. Flourishing in ever-changing conditions4. Economic stability with minimal environmental impacts5. Production of pure, authentic, and genuine...

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...