Refugee Women's Council of New Zealand

04/09/2025

Ethnic Women in Politics

What does true representation mean?

How do we ensure our voices genuinely matter in shaping New Zealand politics and policy?

Who are our allies in this journey of influence and change?

When it comes to community connection, how much of the community’s voice can one advocate carry forward?

13/08/2025

Dear brothers and sisters.
If you would like to join us and support our cause, please consider becoming a member of our organisation by filling in the membership form by clicking the following link:

We look forward to engaging with you

Purposes The Refugee Women’s Council of New Zealand advocates for the rights and wellbeing of women and children from refugee and forcibly displaced backgrounds — both within Aotearoa and globally. As defined in our Constitution, this includes former refugees, asylum seekers, stateless persons, ...

12/08/2025

02/07/2025

Powerful kōrero on “Austerity” today.

Austerity isn’t just economic policy — it’s a political choice that serves capitalism and further marginalizes working-class and displaced communities.

As government budgets face “The Cut,” we must ask:
How much have we been distracted by rising fascism, while equity is quietly stripped away?

The Refugee Women’s Council of New Zealand proudly joined the discussion and asked the panel:
"How can we build bridges between refugee communities and activist communities to co-create a more just and united Aotearoa?"

Huge thanks to the Fabian Society for hosting such a vital and timely kōrero.

Let’s move together — not apart.

13/02/2025

Are you looking for an effective and fun way to teach your daughter about personal safety? Look no further than our Girl's Self Defence Workshop! 💥

Designed for girls aged 7-12, this workshop helps girls develop strength and confidence by increasing their knowledge of their bodies, their feelings and their rights. Through a combination of interactive activities and games, girls will learn how to say no, remain calm, tell a trusted adult, and use verbal and physical ways to deal with abuse and assault.

📆 4pm-6pm – Friday 21 March 2025
&10am-4pm – Saturday 22 March 2025
📍 Auckland Women's Centre, 4 Warnock St, Grey Lynn
💴 $55 per daughter, $95 for two sisters, $140 for three sisters.

Register now and give her the tools she needs to stay safe and confident in any situation:
➡️https://awc.org.nz/classes/girls-self-defence/

16/12/2024

Love these ladies 🥰

08/11/2024

Devastating news for the young girls in Iraq.....

Iraq is poised to slash the legal age of consent from 18 to 9, allowing men to marry young children.

08/11/2024

📢 Important Update for Resettled Communities!

On Thursday, 28th November 2024, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will share key updates on resettlement priorities and timelines for Auckland's resettled communities. This meeting is part of INZ's commitment to keeping refugee background communities informed in all 13 settlement cities.

ARCC is reaching out to notify and encourage our communities to attend. If any community groups require interpreters, please inform us early with the specific languages needed. This helps us secure language services in advance.

08/11/2024

Our mission is to make sure you never have to go through that.
We got your back so you can continue to look out for everyone else 😊.

06/11/2024

https://youthandfamilypeaceday.co.nz/register/

05/11/2024

As a proud member of the Refugee Alliance, we’re looking forward to attending the Collaboration in Action Advocacy Workshop later this month.

If you’re a member of a former refugee community or a sector partner, join the Refugee Alliance at one of their four workshops to strengthen your community’s capacity to:

- Learn and exchange knowledge on effective advocacy

- Foster connections with others for mutual support

- Acquire new skills to enhance community services

- Access resources to train your group members

To express your interest and receive further details about each hui, please complete the registration form in the comments.

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