Saying goodbye to WISE

As we say bye to 2021, with a heavy heart we also say goodbye to our beloved project, The WISE Collective.

Community News, Media ReleaseMalu Malo-Fuiava7 February 2023Migrant, WISE Collective, Former Refugee, Refugee, Project

New Years Honours 2022 - Rochana Sheward, Belong Aotearoa CEO

Congratulations to Rochana Sheward, Belong Aotearoa Chief Executive for being appointed as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year Honour 2022.

Community News, Press Release, Media ReleaseMalu Malo-Fuiava31 December 2021Honours, DPMC, Communities

Migrant groups are urgently calling on the Government to include Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers

The government announced a one-off pathway to residency for several temporary work visas however are excluding a large group of migrants. Migrant groups are urgently calling on the Government to include Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers in the new immigration policy, before it is released. RSEs contribute significantly to Aotearoa’s economy and wellbeing through the work that they have been employed to do.

Press Release, Media Release, Community NewsMalu Malo-Fuiava30 September 2021Migrant Action Trust, E tu, Migrant, Immigration

“I felt more connected”: One migrant’s journey with Te Reo Māori

Media Release, Community News, Press ReleaseMalu Malo-Fuiava15 September 2020Migrant, Migrants, Media release, Maori, New Zealand, Belong Aotearoa

Leaving No One Behind: CALL TO ACTION FOR NEW GOVERNMENT FROM MIGRANT & FORMER REFUGEE COMMUNITIES IN AOTEAROA

COVID-19 brought out the best of Aotearoa as a society but at the same time exposed the inequality and the marginalisation of migrants and resettled communities. We all deserve a decent life in a compassionate society that is part of the global community.

You don’t have to be a voice for the voiceless. Just pass the mic.

Thursday 27th August 2020 marks the official launch of a community-led media campaign - #PassTheMic - to promote inclusion for people from migrant and former refugee backgrounds by promoting their diverse voices; and to challenge racism with our allies beside us.

Enrol to vote today - Make sure your voice is heard

Make sure you and your communities are enrolled to vote they can have their say in the 2020 General Election and referendums.

Diverse communities & voices urged to have their say on council Emergency Budget

Belong Aotearoa is urging diverse voices to be informed and have their say on the Auckland Council Emergency Budget, amidst growing concerns that a lesser rate rise of 2.5% will greatly impact vulnerable communities through cuts to community services at a time of particular need.

Migrant Matters Hui: Leaving No One Behind

Over the past few weeks of lockdown and in the run up to the national elections, Migrant Matters Hui have been bringing together politicians, not only to hear of the issues our migrant communities are facing but to also share how they are responding to their needs.

Experts urge migrants to be proactive & vocal following new immigration laws

Two immigration law experts are urging migrant workers and communities to make their voices heard so new powers introduced to Parliament this week, to help manage visa changes, are only used as they are intended.