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View all newsPratima Namasivayam appointed Chief Executive
We are pleased to share that Pratima Namasivayam has been appointed Chief Executive of the Ministry for Ethnic Communities for one year from 1 July 2026.
Ethnic Communities gain insights into public sector governance and board appointments
We have completed a series of free sessions for people from Ethnic Communities interested in serving on public sector board. The sessions were open to all people from Ethnic Communities.
Listening to understand: Young voices speak for a more inclusive future
More than 130 students from across Aotearoa New Zealand entered this year’s Race Unity Speech Awards. Our Ministry has sponsored the Awards since 2009, helping communities and young people share their voices, experiences and ideas.
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Funding
Read about our Ethnic Communities Development Fund that provides funding to support community development and social cohesion.
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Resources in different languages
Watch videos about measles, other health topics, and how to prepare for and respond to emergencies.
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Learn about Aotearoa New Zealand’s Ethnic Communities. Check out Our Communities in the Data, Community Stories and also find an Ethnic Community organisation or support service in our Community Directory.
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