Upcoming Events
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Cooking Class
It is imperative to use the values of cooking to counter the often-negative discourse surrounding refugees and migrants and change the perceptions of those who leave their homes to start a new life elsewhere. we are fortunate to be able to work with them to ensure that their new community welcomes them.
Youth Day
Join us for an exciting youth program where you can connect with friends and make new memories. Be part of a vibrant community where your ideas matter and your voice is heard—sign up today!. We can’t wait to see you there—bring your energy and enthusiasm, and let’s make this program unforgettable together!.
Adult Bike Skills Workshop
If you haven't been on bike for a while, or want to tale your confidence and bike handling skills to a new level, then Adult Bike Skills training with Paul Odlin is for you
Cooking Class
Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Center organized cooking classes many years ago for the refugees and migrants’ people.
Learning from different cooking cultures not only expands your culinary skills but also deepens your appreciation for diversity and community. Bringing people together through food can create memorable and enjoyable experiences where everyone can share their heritage and traditions. It's a great way to foster connections and celebrate the richness of different cultures. What specific experiences or dishes stood out to you from your journey into other cooking cultures.
15th Annual Regional Refugee Forum
In the 15th Annual Refugee Regional Forum, the Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Centre spearheaded a transformative dialogue. Their mission was ambitious: to reshape discussions surrounding resettlement issues, fostering profound cooperation among government agencies, NGOs, and the vibrant tapestry of refugees and migrant communities dedicated to serving New Zealand. The overarching goal was crystal clear: to achieve not just better outcomes for all New Zealanders but to enhance social cohesion and carve out brighter, more secure futures for every displaced and migrant soul welcomed by New Zealand's shores.
NZ Police Safety Workshop
This interactive workshop is designed to cover various aspects of crime prevention, including neighborhood safety, property protection, personal and family security, road safety, and online safety. Participants will engage in discussions, activities, and scenario-based learning to better understand and implement the safety tips and strategies provided by the New Zealand Police Team, Shonosuke Deguchi.
World Refugee Day 2024
Solidarity: Together with Refugee Background Communities in Otautahi, Christchurch
Cooking Class
Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Center organized cooking classes many years ago for the refugees and migrants’ people.
It is a good experience to learn from the other cooking cultures. Bring different people together to give them a fun and authentic experience in the community.
It is imperative to use the values of cooking to counter the often-negative discourse surrounding refugees and migrants and change the perceptions of those who leave their homes to start a new life elsewhere. we are fortunate to be able to work with them to ensure that their new community welcomes them.
Cooking Class
Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Center organized cooking classes many years ago for the refugees and migrants’ people.
It was a very good experience to learn from the other cooking cultures. Bring different people together to give them a fun and authentic experience in the community.
Elderly Socialize Program
The Elderly Socialize Program – Iftar and Maghrib Prayer with Imam Idris is a friendly gathering where older people and ethnic groups get together to enjoy Ramadan traditions. They share a meal to break their fast, pray together, and learn about Ramadan from Imam Idris. It's a time for seniors to connect, make friends, and feel supported in a warm and welcoming environment.
Family Violence Workshop
The Family Violence Workshop is a structured educational session aimed at raising awareness, providing resources, and facilitating discussions around the issue of Refugee/Immigrant family violence. It is designed to deliver knowledge and skills to understand, prevent, and respond effectively to family violence within their communities and personally.
Cooking Class
Food has the power to build cultural connections, and the Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Centre has recognized this.
Canterbury Refugee Resettlement and Resource Center organized cooking classes many years ago for the refugees and migrants’ people.
It is essential to use the values of cooking to counter the often negative discourse surrounding refugees and migrants and change the perceptions of those who leave their homes to start a new life elsewhere. We are fortunate to be able to work with them to ensure that their new community welcomes them.
Citizen Rights & Obligations Workshop
A citizen rights and obligations workshop are a way of people learn about their rights and duties as citizens of a country. It is like a class where you find out what you're allowed to do as a citizen, such as voting and what you're expected to do, like obeying the law and paying taxes.