WHITE LOTUS MISSION
The White Lotus Private Contract Association (PCA) is founded as a sanctuary for people to gather in peace, spiritual nourishment, and mutual support. Our mission is to honour the sacred expression of each member’s truth through every dimension of life – work, creativity, rest, and service.
We affirm self-responsibility, self-determination and the continual care of our gifts, resources, and actions through service to others. All members stand in the principle that all living beings are created equal, and no harm shall be done in pursuit of our shared goals.
The Association is governed by tikanga-based values including manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, kaitiakitanga, and rangatiratanga.
ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION
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Articles of Association
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Private Nature and Purpose
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White Lotus operates as a membership-based private association.
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It exists for the mutual benefit, wellbeing, and participation of its members and community.
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Membership is entered into voluntarily through shared agreement and participation.
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Jurisdiction and Authority
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The Association is under the guardianship of Te Pua Rautawhiri Ma Putea Trust, with whenua held under Te Whare Rangimarie Whenua Topu Trust.
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Our operations are governed by:
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Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993 (Sections 2, 5, 129, 211(2), and 342)
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New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990
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Principles of private contract law and equity
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Tikanga Maori, as observed by the Trustees and members
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Membership and Consent
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Membership is formed voluntarily through the joining process at whitelotuspca.org.
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By joining, each person affirms:
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Membership is open to individuals joining in their personal capacity and not acting in an official enforcement, investigative, media, or representative role on behalf of external organisations or agencies.
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They agree to participate respectfully within the tikanga, values, and governance of the Association.
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They agree to honour the peaceful intent of the PCA
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Conduct and Confidentiality
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Members shall act with kindness, respect, and integrity.
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Harassment, violence, abuse, or dishonourable conduct are grounds for immediate review and possible revocation.
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All materials and teachings shared by the Association remain within the private enclosure of membership.
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Public Boundary and Trespass
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White Lotus operates as a membership-based association serving members and invited guests.
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Entry into member spaces and activities is by invitation, consent, or membership participation.
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Unauthorised entry may constitute trespass under applicable New Zealand law.
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Governing Law
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The association operates according to its Articles of Association, tikanga, membership agreements, and the responsibilities shared between members and trustees.
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Disputes and matters arising within the association are intended to be addressed respectfully, honourably, and in good faith through communication and mutual resolution wherever possible.
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Dispute Resolution
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Substantial disputes may be referred to an internal arbitration panel:
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Each party selects one member
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Those two appoint a third by mutual consent
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The aim is honourable reconciliation and peaceful resolution
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Withdrawal and Revocation
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Members may withdraw at any time without penalty.
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Trustees may revoke membership in cases of serious misconduct.
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Final Declaration
By joining the White Lotus Private Contract Association, you affirm that you:
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Enter freely, without coercion
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Accept the terms of this Agreement
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Will uphold the dignity and private nature of the Association
Contributions and koha support the activities, spaces, and wellbeing of the association and its members.
White Lotus Private Contract Association
Under the guardianship of Te Pua Rautawhiri Ma Putea Trust -
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