The Office of Ethnic Affairs is focused on people whose culture and traditions distinguish them from the majority in New Zealand.

Ethnic Affairs resources

This website celebrates New Zealand and its ethnic communities. Ethnic people and their families are part of New Zealand's national identity and support our nation's economic transformation.

Mervin Singham
Director

Content Area

  • Language Line. Telephone interpreting, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
  • Ethnic Affairs Policy. Highlighting ethnic sector views in Government

News and Events

26/08/2010
Ethnic Whispers August 2010
Foreword by Hon Pansy Wong Business links with India in the spotlight Business Scholarships Task Force Meeting on Actin on Violence within families Employers and Manufacturers Association and the...

13/07/2010
Speak up Seek help Safe home
This brochure is a joint initiative of the Office of Ethnic Affairs and the Ministry of Women’s Affairs. This brochure will creates an increased awareness about the issue of domestic violence in...