Ethnic Communities / Organisations
ALAC (Auckland Latin American Community) Inc.
Free social and community services for the Latin American community, Spanish speakers, and other migrant communities. Services include:
Settlement advice and counselling
Social, educational, and cultural events
Emergency accommodation
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Auckland Multicultural Society Inc.
Aims to foster and educate the people of Auckland about the various cultures of the many different ethnic groups that now live in Auckland. Three main functions during the year:
Lakeside Festival in March (Pumphouse Amphitheatre, Takapuna)
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Buddhist Youth Association (NZ) Inc.
Live radio broadcasting (FM 104.6 and AM 990). Services include free English/Chinese books and lending of Buddhism tapes.
Burundian Community in New Zealand Inc.
Promotes and safeguards the Burundian culture in New Zealand through various cultural activities. Also helps Burundian refugees with integration into New Zealand society and offers advice on immigration, health and education.
Centre for Refugee Education
The Centre for Refugee Education provides a six-week On-Arrival programme for refugees coming to New Zealand under the government quota (currently 750 per year). During this time a needs assessment profile is completed for each student.
Chinese Kiwi Friendship Project
A group of friendly Kiwi and Chinese friends meet weekly on Thursdays (except school holidays) from 9.30 am-12.00 noon. Activities include English Chat Group, theme specific activities/talks, cultural sharing, Tai Chi, and outdoor activities. Aims to fos ...
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Chinese New Settlers Services Trust
Chinese New Settlers Services Trust (CNSST) provide community based social services for the Chinese and Korean communities. Services are provided in Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, and English:
social work support
counselling services
community education ...
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Dutch Community Support Group
A network of volunteers offering assistance and support for older people. Group meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Dutch Village, 36 McLeod Road, Henderson and every third Wednesday of each month at the Catholic Church in Glen Eden.
Ethiopian Sports & Cultural Club
A group for new immigrants and refugees, mainly Ethiopian. Holds many cultural, sporting, and social activities and events. Everyone is welcome.
Ethnic Voice New Zealand Inc.
The vision is to foster collaborative relationships between ethnic communities in New Zealand and Government agencies. Provides a collective voice for the ethnic communities through effective community engagement process, consultations, and various commun ...
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Friendly Support Network of the Netherlands Auckland In...
An organisation run by voluntary workers who are trained to give help and support in situations of need or stress to people of mainly Dutch descent.
Huadu Chinese Association Inc.
Organises activities such as Chinese New Year Day and other traditional festivals.
Inch Japanese Picture Book Library
Inch Japanese Picture Library is a small home based library on the North Shore. There are currently more than 3,600 children's books which can be borrowed free of charge. Japanese and Japanese speaking families living in and around Auckland ac ...
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Islamic Ahlulbayt Foundation of NZ
Regular Madrasah, Dua-e-Kumail programmes and Salatul-Juma
Youth sessions
Adult Sunday discussions (in Arabic)
Ladies' meeting
Commemoration of all Wiladats and Shahadats of the 14 Masoomeen by Majalis programmes
Ahl-ul-Bayt programme d ...
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Kiwi Muslim Directory
The Kiwi Muslim Directory contains useful information on products, businesses, and services for the Muslim community in New Zealand. As well as a list of businesses, the Directory also provides information on halal outlets, Islamic centres, Muslim organis ...
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Korean Women's Association of New Zealand Incorporated
The Korean Women's Association of New Zealand Incorporated (KWA) is composed of women immigrants from Korea who share a vision of celebrating and promoting awareness of cultural harmony and multicultural identity. KWA aims to achieve objectives throu ...
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Kurdish Community
Supports and educates the Kurdish community living in New Zealand, especially new arrivals. Provides opportunities for younger Kurdish people to learn about their culture and language.
New Zealand Chinese Youth Trust
Actively organises regular leadership, life skills training and activities for Chinese youth. Aims to empower young Chinese people to maximise their potential and contribute to New Zealand, including:
St John Youth Division
Sea Scout Troop
Chinese ...
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New Zealand Ethnic Social Services Trust
Provides a broad range of information and assistance for all migrants, refugees, and the general public.Services are culturally appropriate and often language appropriate, including:
Family Violence Crisis Line 021888493 (24 hr)
Family Violence Is ...
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New Zealand Federation of Multicultural Councils Inc.
Established as an incorporated, non-government body which acts as an umbrella organisation for the ethnic communities of New Zealand. The Federation’s primary role is to advocate, lobby, support and share information among the Regional Councils and New Ze ...
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