CHAT - Privacy & Use Reminder

This chat exists only to support health and wellbeing for people who are unsheltered or rough sleeping. To keep this space safe, trusted, and lawful, everyone here agrees to the following principles:

What this chat is for

  • Real‑time health and wellbeing check coordination
  • Quick connection between trusted services
  • Sharing information that helps someone get support now

What this chat is not for

  • Case management
  • Storing personal details
  • Formal referrals (use normal referral pathways for that)

Privacy principles (non‑negotiable)

  • Do not use names of individuals
  • Do not share personal identifiers (NHI, DOB, photos, etc.)
  • Locations may be shared (e.g. street, bridge, park) only when relevant to a health or wellbeing check
  • Share only what is necessary, and only for the stated purpose
  • If more detail is needed, take the conversation off this chat (phone/email)

Privacy & accountability

  • This space operates under the NZ Privacy Act 2020
  • Conversations are visible and auditable under the host organisation
  • All participants are responsible for using sound judgement and upholding mana and dignity at all times

If you’re unsure whether something should be shared here — pause and check before posting.