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Read stories about the work that we do in New Zealand. Our members, volunteers and the people that we help all have a unique story to tell.

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DWST volunteer
22 June 2021

Volunteers: Red Cross’ most important and unique asset

This National Volunteer Week, 20 to 26 June, New Zealand Red Cross joins the whole of Aotearoa in celebrating the contribution of volunteers to make the country a better place for everyone.

Tornado
21 June 2021

Red Cross responds to weather events across the North Island

New Zealand Red Cross’ disaster response team members have been supporting people affected by the tornado which hit South Auckland on Saturday 19 June, while volunteers across the North Island are on stand ready to assist people affected by the wild weather. 

Paul Kumbuka
16 June 2021

Essential Kiwi Legend: Paul Kumbuka

We're celebrating former refugees who were essential workers during COVID-19 lockdowns. Meet Paul Kumbuka, a community support worker, an advocate, a forme refugee, a Kiwi and a COVID-19 essential worker.

Najmo Mohamed
16 June 2021

Essential Kiwi Legend: Najmo Mohamed

We're celebrating former refugees who were essential workers during COVID-19 lockdowns. Meet Najmo, a caregiver, a compassionate supporter, a former refugee, a Kiwi and a COVID-19 essential worker.

Aziz Al-Sa'afin
15 June 2021

Essential Kiwi Legends: Aziz Al Sa’afin

We're celebrating former refugees who were essential workers during COVID-19 lockdowns. Meet Aziz Al Sa’afin, broadcaster, a storyteller, a former refugee, a Kiwi and a COVID-19 essential worker.

Maria Jojoa
14 June 2021

Essential Kiwi Legends: Maria Jojoa

We're celebrating former refugees who were essential workers during COVID-19 Alert Level 3 and 4 lockdown. Meet Maria, a former refugee, a housekeeper, a mother and a COVID-19 essential worker.

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14 June 2021

Red Cross celebrates former refugees who helped bring Aotearoa together during the toughest times

This World Refugee Day, 20 June, New Zealand Red Cross recognises the invaluable contributions former refugees across Aotearoa have made in bringing our communities together during New Zealand’s toughest times.

Almoki kids
28 April 2021

"This is the first place I live safely and I feel I'm human"

As we celebrate Dunedin turning five as a refugee settlement location, we have met young people with refugee backgrounds who told us how life in Dunedin is going and what their hopes and dreams are.

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27 April 2021

“It’s the greatest gift to save a life”

Five days before Christmas, Kathleen Morris watched her husband suffer from a cardiac arrest. She spent the next 10 minutes performing life-saving CPR. Her message to everyone is simple: be prepared by taking a first aid course. 

Alia Al Mohamad
19 April 2021

Starting from scratch

It took years for Alia Al Mohamad to build her successful career in Syria, but the war took it all away. Thankfully, her passion and fortitude were left intact.

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12 April 2021

Member Spotlight: Olivier Lacoua

Olivier Lacoua, a strong supporter of ours, challenged himself to run 100 marathons to raise money for New Zealand Red Cross. In April, his incredible goal was finally achieved. How did he do it? Why? 

Eyob Jambo Teshome
8 April 2021

Mentoring for good: Nurturing a passion for education

Two years ago, a young former refugee named Eyob Jambo Teshome was about to embark on the next stage of his settlement journey: attending university. This was made possible with the support of a scholarship from Beca, and now, Eyob and Beca share how it’s all going.


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