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    Sharing stories, creating connections

    June 15, 2020

    Cross-cultural projects supported by E Tū Whānau help refugee and...

  • Man in white shirt viewed from behind in doorway with two women and child inside room, map visible on wall.

    “You are of us. We are of you”

    Christchurch refugee advocate, Sally Pitama, says the strong connection she...

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    Prestigious award for E Tū Whānau Kaimahi Jenny Janif

    March 2, 2020

    When long time E Tū Whānau kaimahi Jenny Janif was...

  • Group of men sitting in chairs during a workshop or training session, with one man speaking to the group

    Men with Mana course informs former refugees

    November 29, 2019

    The soaring confidence and sense of achievement experienced by Syrian...

  • Ahmed Tani ONZM smiling at the camera, wearing a light beige blazer and blue shirt in an indoor office setting.

    Ahmed Tani ONZM for services to refugees

    January 22, 2019

    When Ahmed Hassan Tani arrived in New Zealand 20 years...

  • Dr Hashem Slaimankhel stands with family members on a street, including a child in pink and two other adults in casual clothing.

    Dr Hashem Slaimankhel’s legacy endures

    June 19, 2018

    Migrants and refugees in Aotearoa are attracted to E Tū...

  • Middle-aged man with grey beard wearing dark blazer and blue shirt, smiling outdoors with trees in background.

    NZ loses an inspirational leader in Afghan tragedy

    January 29, 2018

    The tragic death of Dr Hashem Slaimankhel is a loss...

  • Five women of diverse backgrounds standing together indoors, smiling at camera

    Women share stories of resettlement

    October 20, 2017

    A group of women from Syria and Iraq reached out...

  • Three women smiling at the camera in an indoor setting, wearing headscarves and casual clothing.

    Goal setting course opens doors for Syrian Kiwis

    September 7, 2017

    Mona Yahy and Habiba Orabi sit side by side in...

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    Refugee films tell moving stories

    June 23, 2017

    Kainga, turangawaewae, ahi kaa, home.  For many of us home...

  • Young woman wearing a teal hijab, smiling at the camera outdoors with blurred green foliage in the background.

    WOWMA wows UN Youth Summit

    October 25, 2015

    Aliya and WOWMA Youth Leader Radiya Ali, have just returned...

  • Two men smiling at the camera indoors, one wearing a bright yellow-green shirt and the other in dark clothing, representing community members supporting newcomers through Ngāi Tahu manaaki.

    Ngāi Tahu manaaki newcomers

    August 19, 2015

    For thousands of refugees, migrants and overseas visitors to Christchurch Ngāi...

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  • About
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    • Overview
    • E Tū Whānau Mahere Rautaki (Framework for Change)
    • Our vision
    • E Tū Whānau Charter of Commitment
    • Our values
    • Our journey
    • Māori Reference Group
  • Our values
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    • About our values
    • Aroha
    • Whanaungatanga
    • Whakapapa
    • Mana manaaki
    • Kōrero awhi
    • Tikanga
  • Stories
  • Communities
    ▼
    • About our communities
    • Kahukura
    • Former refugees and migrants
    • Community events
  • Resources
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    • Download resources
    • Order resources
    • Activities for Whānau
    • Videos – Kōrero from our kahukura
    • Research and publications
    • Info & support
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