Inclusive view of knowledge

In response to Bob Brockie’s ‘‘The Treaty has no place in scientific endeavour’’ (Mar 26), Royal Society Te Apa¯ rangi confirms its

commitment to a more inclusive view of knowledge.

We began on this journey last year as we celebrated 150 years since we were founded ‘‘to promote the general study and cultivation of art, science, literature and philosophy’’.

We entered into a partnership with Nga¯ Pae o te Ma¯ ramatanga so

that over time we can connect more with Ma¯ ori researchers and Ma¯ ori communities. We are consulting on a revised code of professional standards and ethics.

The revised code embraces the existence of multiple knowledge systems, and sets out researcher’s responsibilities under the TeTiriti o Waitangi. I hope to see this

broader approach adopted as the norm of good research practice in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Richard Bedford

President, Royal Society Te Apa¯ rangi