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Multi Ethnic Collective

The Multi Ethnic Collective (MEC) is an advisory group which aims to improve ethnic people’s experiences here in Whangārei.

MEC is supported by a partnership of organisations including the Whangārei Police, Whangārei District Council, Immigration New Zealand, Ministry for Ethnic Communities and Multicultural Whangārei.

Currently MEC is made up of 10 members from all over the globe who meets voluntarily monthly. Together they provide a strong view from their lived ethnic experiences. They share updates, concerns and aspirations of their ethnic communities, advocate together, provide feedback on our partners’ services and facilities, and input into their future polices and plans.

Are you passionate about our ethnic people and want to build strong relationships with other like-minded people? We’re on the lookout for new members to join Whangārei Multi Ethnic Collective.

We are looking for people who are:

  • Are keen to share their cultural perspectives and aspirations with other ethnic communities and our partners
  • Have a good understanding of the needs of their own ethnic community in Whangārei.
  • Have good connections with other ethnic communities
  • Understands the value of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and how it sits within the context of a multi-cultural society
  • Enjoy working as part of a team

To be eligible you must:

  • Have lived ethnic experiences
  • Be living in the Whangārei District.

To learn more about the MEC or for help to fill out our application form, please get in touch with one of the partners to find out more.

Whangarei Newcomers’ Network

Are you new to Whangārei? Do you want to meet new friends? Do you need some help settling in? Are you interested in fun activities?

If so, why not become a part of it…

As a new migrant or a newcomer from another part of New Zealand, you are welcome to join. We would like you to feel at home and settled in your new community.

Whangārei Newcomers Network can offer you friendship and support through various social activities and events. You may also get help and support with settlement issues. You are welcome, regardless of your age, your nationality or the language you speak.

Who are we?
We are a non-profit organization run by volunteers and coming under the umbrella of Multicultural Whangārei. Most of us have at some point been new to the area so understand the difficulties faced when moving here. We are here to support anyone new. You do not have to be from overseas.

Newcomers Network is for you

  • If you are new to Whangārei from other parts of New Zealand
  • If you are an immigrant from non-english speaking countries
  • If you are an immigrant from English speaking countries