Waitakere Ethnic Board

Waitakere Ethnic Board Bringing Cultures Together. Tui, tui, tui-tuia nga herenga tangata The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB) is an Incorporated Society. Why do we need the WEB?

To provide a "voice" for ethnic communities to influence what the Council and the Government do
To identify the needs of the ethnic communities in West Auckland. To enable groups to share common interests and ideas while maintaining their own identity
To ensure that ethnic communities meet their own needs by capacity building through WEB driven initiatives

What does the WEB do? Represents the vi

ews of migrants and refugees to Local, Central Government and Organizations that look after their affairs including settlement, education, employment, health & safety, economic, social and cultural issues
Advocate on behalf of ethnic communities about issues that concern them and their well-being
Ensure that at a policy level and through advocacy that services are responsive to the needs of migrants and refugees

What values does the WEB seek to uphold? Representation: as many ethnic groups as possible in West Auckland sitting around the table
Inclusive: of all ethnic groups and individuals working together
Relationships: an independent organization that develops relationships with Auckland Council, Central Government agencies and non governmental organizations (NGOs) on behalf of ethnic communities

Capacity building of ethnic leadership and ethnic community development
The WEB will provide opportunities to the ethnic community for collaboration with service providers
The WEB's goal is to have integrated not segregated communities
The WEB is about ethnic communities working together not against each other

Our communities have faced real challenges and risen above them with extraordinary strength.Many ethnic community member...
22/06/2026

Our communities have faced real challenges and risen above them with extraordinary strength.

Many ethnic community members in West Auckland have navigated language barriers, employment challenges, housing pressures, and the profound experience of building a new life far from home. These are not small things they take immense courage.

And yet our communities have built thriving businesses, raised remarkable families, contributed to local leadership, and enriched the cultural fabric of West Auckland in ways that cannot be measured.

The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB) stands alongside our communities advocating for better access to services, fairer representation, and stronger support systems so that every person, regardless of where they come from, can truly thrive in West Auckland.

Your resilience is an inspiration. Your achievements matter. WEB sees you.

🌐 www.waitakereethnicboard.org.nz
📧 [email protected]
📞 09 836 0169

KIA ORA The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB), a registered incorporated society, was established on 20 September 2003 after calls from ethnic groups in the former Waitakere City to establish an Ethnic Advisory Body that could promote and represent the interests of all ethnic communities within its bound...

West Auckland's multicultural story didn't begin yesterday it has been generations in the making.From early Pacific and ...
15/06/2026

West Auckland's multicultural story didn't begin yesterday it has been generations in the making.

From early Pacific and Asian communities who settled in the region in the 1970s and 80s, to waves of migrants and refugees who have made Henderson and Waitakere their home our history is rich, layered, and deeply human.

The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB) was established to honour this journey to advocate for, connect, and support ethnic communities who have given so much to this region.

Today, West Auckland is home to communities from across the Pacific, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. Each community carries its own stories, traditions, and contributions that shape who we are as a region.

🕰️ Knowing where we've come from helps us build a stronger future together.

🌐 www.waitakereethnicboard.org.nz
📧 [email protected]
📞 09 836 0169

KIA ORA The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB), a registered incorporated society, was established on 20 September 2003 after calls from ethnic groups in the former Waitakere City to establish an Ethnic Advisory Body that could promote and represent the interests of all ethnic communities within its bound...

08/06/2026

Connection is at the heart of everything WEB does and it starts with showing up for each other. Throughout the year, the Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB) supports and coordinates events that bring our diverse communities together cultural celebrations, community forums, networking evenings, and family-friendly festivals right here in Henderson and across West Auckland. These aren't just events. They're spaces where new friendships are formed, stories are shared, and our communities grow stronger. Whether you're new to New Zealand or have called West Auckland home for decades there is a place for you here. Follow this page and stay connected so you never miss what's happening in your community.

🌏 West Auckland is home to over 60 ethnic communities and that's something worth celebrating!From the vibrant rhythms ec...
03/06/2026

🌏 West Auckland is home to over 60 ethnic communities and that's something worth celebrating!

From the vibrant rhythms echoing through Henderson to the rich South Asian traditions woven into our local markets, West Auckland's diversity is not just a fact it's our greatest strength.

The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB) exists because of YOU the communities that bring colour, language, wisdom, and warmth to our region every single day.

Did you know? West Auckland's ethnic population has grown by over 30% in the last decade, making it one of the most culturally rich regions in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our differences don't divide us they define us. 💛

🌐 www.waitakereethnicboard.org.nz
📧 [email protected]
📞 09 836 0169

KIA ORA The Waitakere Ethnic Board (WEB), a registered incorporated society, was established on 20 September 2003 after calls from ethnic groups in the former Waitakere City to establish an Ethnic Advisory Body that could promote and represent the interests of all ethnic communities within its bound...

01/06/2026
Jambo, Kia Ora, SawubonaIt is our pleasure to invite you and your community members to the Whau Community Wellness day w...
11/05/2026

Jambo, Kia Ora, Sawubona
It is our pleasure to invite you and your community members to the Whau Community Wellness day with an African Twist! The event is hosted by New Zealand African Community Health Services Inc. in collaboration with Whau local board, Whau collective, New Lynn Community hub and Auckland Council 's welcoming communities.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday 16th May 2026
Time: 12.30-4.00 pm
Location: New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara, New Lynn, Auckland
Attendees can look forward to:

Health education sessions and basic health checks
Afrobeat music and live performances
Delicious African cuisine
We would be honoured by your presence and welcome the opportunity to connect with you and your community at this event.
Please find the poster attached for your reference. We would appreciate it if you can share it with your network.

We look forward to welcoming you to the event.

24/04/2026

Address

20 Alderman Drive (above Zeal West) Henderson
Waitakere
0650

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+6498360169

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