Welcoming Communities
Welcoming Communities is a programme led by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) in partnership with the Ministry of Ethnic Communities and the Human Rights Commission. Welcoming Communities works towards healthier, happier and more productive communities by welcoming newcomers into the local community.
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About Welcoming
The Welcoming Communities initiative brings together local government councils and communities to make the places we love more welcoming for everyone.
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Immigration New Zealand leads Welcoming
Welcoming Communities Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori is led by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) in collaboration with the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, along with the Human Rights Commission.
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Meet your
These dedicated individuals help coordinate the Welcoming Communities programme in your local area. Find out who your local Welcoming Communities coordinator is and get to know them.
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Join Welcoming
We are currently not accepting applications to join the Welcoming Communities programme.
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Getting accredited as a Welcoming
Find out about the benefits of becoming an accredited Welcoming Community and how to apply for accreditation.
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The Welcoming Communities
At the heart of the programme is the Welcoming Communities Standard (the Standard) which provides councils and communities with a benchmark for what a successful welcoming community looks like.
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Recognising our Welcoming
Councils and communities gain recognition as being welcoming to newcomers by becoming accredited Welcoming Communities. Progressing through the 4 stages of accreditation has many benefits.