The RNZN's Core Values
The RNZN has three Core Values that our personnel strive to live by: Courage, Commitment and Comradeship.
The values held by our personnel, and some examples of the behaviours expected are listed below.
COURAGE– To be brave enough to do what one believes to be right.
I will show Courage by:
- Challenge others to do the right thing
- Accepting responsibility for what needs to be done
- Being accountable for my actions
- Accepting and providing honest feedback
- Doing the job despite adverse or hostile conditions
COMMITMENT– The state of being involved in an obligation (or pledge).
I will show Commitment by:
- Setting challenging goals and taking steps to achieve them
- Contributing to individual, team and organisational improvement
- Promoting the Navy in a positive way
- Meeting the needs of my customers and my team
- Carrying out my duties, including difficult or unpleasant ones, to the best of my ability
- Working in partnership with the Navy for our mutual benefit
COMRADESHIP– Companionship with those who share one’s activities.
I will show Comradeship by:
- Helping everyone get a fair go
- Respecting different ideas, feelings and perspectives
- Encouraging, supporting and helping all in the Navy family and in the wider community
- Sharing my knowledge and skills
- Supporting Navy social, sporting and cultural activities