Multiculturalism and its relevance to 21st century New Zealand

NZFMC is a Volunteer umbrella body with its 19 Regional Member Councils around the country.  Through its member Councils this body has a reach to most cities of New Zealand from the far North of the North Island to the far South of the South Island. NZFMC plays an important role in enabling greater self-sufficiency among New Zealand’s ethnic communities by connecting with each other, connecting across other community groups and working with NGOs and government agencies. The Federation and its member Councils contribution and promotion has led to significant improvements through policy and other means to the improvements to the settlement experience of migrants and refugees in New Zealand.  Their members are strong supporters and committed participants of the Diversity Forum.   NZFMC has led the debate for a Multicultural framework for New Zealand, now for nearly 5 years.  The framework that has been proposed is to support a Treaty based multicultural society.

At this forum, NZFMC and guest speakers will present perspectives on a Treaty based multiculturalism and invite attendees to express views, raise questions and provide suggestions.  The forum will be of particular interest to members of other NGOs, central and local government, community workers, community and ethnic groups.

Date: Monday 22 August

Time: 1.30 pm – 3.00 pm

Hosted by:  New Zealand Federation of Multicultural Councils

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