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Refugee programmes

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We are the primary provider of community refugee resettlement programmes in New Zealand. Our programmes support and empower new Kiwis as they rebuild their lives here.

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Pathways to Settlement

Our Pathways to Settlement programme offers support to former refugees in New Zealand as they begin their resettlement journey.

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Pathways to Employment

We help former refugees find employment in New Zealand

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Donating goods

Donated goods turn houses into homes. Find out more about donating.

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Additional resources

Are you a student, media professional, volunteer or researcher looking for more information about former refugees? Our comprehensive list of website resources can help. Also meet our Refugee Advisory Group.

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Volunteer to help former refugees

Volunteers are key to our settlement support. Find out how you can help a former refugee family settle into life in New Zealand.

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Who are refugees?

At Red Cross, we're often asked about where refugees come from, how they're selected, and why we believe there's a place for them here. Read our most commonly asked questions about refugees.

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Refugee Trauma Recovery

Our Refugee Trauma Recovery service provides clinical and therapeutic support to former refugees who have experienced torture and/or trauma. Our service is available to children, young people and adults.

Recent stories

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Girdhari Kadariya pathways to employment client
18 October 2017

Making a difference

From living in a refugee camp to a Christchurch community support worker, Girdhari Kadariya has had an incredible journey to get where he is.

Kees Wellington bike donation
13 October 2017

Connected by kindness

Two men, with two different stories, have been connected through one act of kindness.

Bakhtiari family
28 September 2017

Looking forward and giving back

Three women from Afghanistan are reaching their goals with help from Red Cross Pathways to Employment.


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