Stories

One million people from Myanmar live in 34 camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. They are considered some of the largest and most densely populated camps in the world. New Zealand Red Cross’ international delegate Elodie Berthe shares some of the stories behind the statistics.

From evading terrorists in Colombia to performing plays in Wellington, it’s been quite a journey for former refugee Daniel Gamboa Salazar.

"I feel very lucky to be in New Zealand, a country that allows young women to take full advantage of all opportunities that are available."

New Zealand Red Cross’ 'Get to know me' campaign aims to break to down barriers and celebrate the incredible people who have arrived here as refugees.

Due to a decrease in demand, applications for New Zealand Red Cross independent advice, storage and pack-and-move grants will close at 5pm on 31 March 2016.