LEGACY™ FAQ
Common questions about preserving stories, voices and memories.
LEGACY™ is designed to be simple, practical and accessible. Below are some of the questions people commonly ask when beginning their legacy journey.
What Is LEGACY™?
LEGACY™ is a MACH BASE™ framework that helps individuals, families and communities preserve stories, voices, photographs, memories, life lessons and personal history for future generations.
Who Is LEGACY™ For?
LEGACY™ is suitable for individuals, couples, families, whānau, community leaders, kaumātua, artists, tradespeople, farmers, trustees and anyone who wishes to preserve their story.
Do I Need Technical Skills?
No.
Most contributions can begin with simple photographs, written memories, voice recordings or conversations captured using a mobile phone or computer.
What Can Be Included In A Legacy Collection?
- Photographs
- Voice recordings
- Video messages
- Written stories
- Family history
- Life lessons
- Personal reflections
- Messages for future generations
- Important documents and records
Can A Collection Start Small?
Absolutely.
Many collections begin with a handful of photographs, one recorded conversation or a few written memories. Collections can grow naturally over time.
Can Voice Recordings Be Included?
Yes.
Voice recordings are often among the most valuable items preserved because they allow future generations to hear stories directly from the people who lived them.
Can Video Messages Be Included?
Yes.
Video can preserve expressions, demonstrations, conversations, family stories and personal messages in a highly engaging format.
Can Collections Be Private?
Yes.
Access levels may be managed according to family, organisational or individual preferences. Some collections may be public while others remain private or restricted.
Can Multiple Family Members Contribute?
Yes.
Family members often contribute photographs, stories, memories and recordings from different perspectives, creating a richer collection over time.
Why Start Now?
The best time to record stories is while the people who know them are still here to tell them.
Every year valuable memories, knowledge and personal history disappear when they are not preserved.
Is LEGACY™ About Death?
No.
LEGACY™ is about life, experience, memory, connection and continuity. It encourages people to preserve stories while they are living rather than waiting until it is too late.
Still Have Questions?
We’d be happy to discuss your ideas, family history project or legacy collection.
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