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New Zealand

Oceania
NZL

Current Score

62.00

Global Rank

12th

Percentile

94%

Last Updated

Aug 23, 2026

Ranking Trend

New Zealand's rank movement over the last 30 days

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Score Analysis

Analysis of New Zealand's policy signalling profile

New Zealand currently holds a WokeMeter assessment score of 62, placing it at #12 globally with a percentile rank of 93.5th. This score reflects a high level of policy signalling intensity, consistent with its dimension scores across various categories. The country's legislative framework includes strong LGBTQ protections and progressive policies, such as same-sex marriage and anti-discrimination laws, which contribute to this high score. The presence of a former female prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, further amplifies New Zealand's signalling intensity due to the emphasis on female political leadership within the index. Although recent events have not been tracked, the stable policy environment supports the current assessment.

Analyzing the dimension scores, each category consistently registers a score of 62, indicating a uniform approach to policy signalling across different domains. The Speech & Expression Climate, Institutional DEI Policy Intensity, and Media & Platform Moderation dimensions suggest a balanced focus on maintaining open dialogue while enforcing content standards. Education & Curriculum Signalling, along with Legislative/Regulatory Activism, underscores New Zealand's commitment to inclusive education and comprehensive legislative frameworks. The corporate sector reflects moderate signalling through DEI initiatives. Overall, these scores illustrate a cohesive policy signalling strategy across various areas without significant deviation in emphasis.

Score Breakdown by Dimension

Weighted components of the composite score

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