Our Use of Artificial Intelligence

Rural Women New Zealand is committed to using technology responsibly to support our work to improve outcomes for rural women and communities. 

Our use of AI is in line with our 701 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 

How we use AI 

We use artificial intelligence AI tools, such as Microsoft Co-Pilot to: 

  • Streamline workflows and increase productivity  

  • Generate ideas and foster innovation  

  • Analyse data and provide insights that support informed decision making  

  • Create, review, summarise, edit and organise content  

  • For meeting prep, event planning, presentation/workshop design 

All AI-generated content is reviewed and edited by our team of humans before publication or use.  

We take care to ensure that information is accurate, relevant, and aligned with Rural Women New Zealand's values, policies, and strategic objectives. 

Privacy and Legal obligations  

We are committed to protecting privacy, maintaining confidentiality, and handling information in accordance with legal and ethical requirements. No personal information or sensitive data is to be used within AI systems that is contrary to the provisions of the Privacy Act 2020. 

RWNZ will ensure AI use aligns with New Zealand legislation, organisational values, and member expectations, in a way that supports positive outcomes for rural communities across Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Contact us 

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of AI, please contact us enquiries@ruralwomennz.nz