Community Stories

 

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

  • Ethnic Women’s Leadership Course
    Women of different ethnicities and ages came together to learn leadership skills to help them succeed in their communities and employment.
    Learn more
  • Diversity Festival
    The Diversity Festival promote a more diverse and inclusive Aotearoa by celebrating the social and cultural richness of migrant and refugee-background
    Learn more
  • Race Unity Speech Awards
    The 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.

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