Welcoming Communities is a programme led by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) in partnership with the Ministry of Ethnic Communities and the Human Rights Commission. Welcoming Communities works towards healthier, happier and more productive communities by welcoming newcomers into the local community.
The Welcoming Communities initiative brings together local government councils and communities to make the places we love more welcoming for everyone.
There are 35 councils across 12 regions working with their communities to implement Welcoming Communities mahi.
Hurunui District Council has joined the programme and is excited to be working with our community to ensure Hurunui is putting out the welcome mat to newcomers including recent migrants, former refugees and international students.
