We acknowledge that the media plays a key role in:Entertaining us all, so that we may enjoy each others' achievements, triumphs and laughter; share our hopes, dreams and sorrows; and through story, song, documentary and drama, learn to respect and appreciate our common humanity and develop our sense of shared identity and purpose. Educating the peoples of Aotearoa New Zealand, so that they can understand their own and each others history, place in the world, and possible futures; Informing the citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand, so they will know whom they are voting for, be able to assess political parties' visions for the future, and judge for themselves whether their elected representatives are acting in New Zealand's best interests.
positive towards equality or social justice, e.g. protection of underprivileged groups or fair distribution of resources