There have been many successful stories about projects which have been made possible through an Ethnic Communities Development Fund grant. They are projects that support ethnic communities to grow their skills, celebrate their culture and take part in society.
These include initiatives which:
- promote the value of diversity and inclusion
- ensure equitable provision of access to government services
- improve economic outcomes
- connect and empower their communities
Check out some of the stories below. See photos and watch videos of funded projects.
Learn more about funded projects
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NZSO's 'Beyond Words' concert series pays tribute to Christchurch victimsIn a stirring tribute to peace and unity, The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra Te Tira Pūoro o Aotearoa, in collaboration with The Central Iqra Trust, Muslim communities nationwide, and the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, recently presented "Beyond Words".Learn more
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From conflict to connection: Community-led initiatives amidst the Middle East conflictWith the unfolding situation in the Middle East, the ECDF has been expediting funding approvals of community-led initiatives to encourage understanding, healing, and solidarity and promote social cohesion.Learn more
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The ReCreators: Empowering Communities to Sustainably DIYConcerned with the increasing waste in our communities, The ReCreators aims to turn waste into value through upcycling.Learn more
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Headlight - Increasing Mental Health Literacy in Ethnic CommunitiesQueenstown charity headlight have boosted mental health literacy within ethnic communities.Learn more
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Ethnic Women’s Leadership CourseWomen of different ethnicities and ages came together to learn leadership skills to help them succeed in their communities and employment.Learn more
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Diversity FestivalThe Diversity Festival promote a more diverse and inclusive Aotearoa by celebrating the social and cultural richness of migrant and refugee-backgroundLearn more
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Race Unity Speech AwardsThe Race Unity Speech Awards gives senior high school students a platform to express their ideas on how we can improve race relations in Aotearoa.Learn more
Do you have a story to share?
If your community group has received an Ethnic Communities Development Fund grant for a project and you’d like to share it here, please email us.