Diversity Counselling New Zealand

Diversity Counselling New Zealand Diversity Counselling New Zealand (DCNZ) is a Charitable Trust. We provide professional counselling

Free Counselling for Ethnic Communities – Bay of Plenty We’re pleased to announce that Diversity Counselling New Zealand...
12/11/2025

Free Counselling for Ethnic Communities – Bay of Plenty

We’re pleased to announce that Diversity Counselling New Zealand (DCNZ) now offers free counselling and psychotherapy for migrants and former refugees from ethnic communities in the Bay of Plenty region.

Our multilingual team provides culturally responsive, professional support in 22 languages. For other languages, we use professional interpreters, making mental health care accessible for all.

A heartfelt thank you to our funders and supporters — Acorn Foundation, Bay Trust, COGS, TECT, and Tauranga City Council — for making this possible.

Yesterday, on 30 September 2025, DCNZ was pleased to present to three cohorts of Clinical Psychology students at The Uni...
30/09/2025

Yesterday, on 30 September 2025, DCNZ was pleased to present to three cohorts of Clinical Psychology students at The University of Waikato on Cultural Safety: Working with Ethnic Communities.

Over a 120-minute session, Vanisri Mills and Kaoru Tsukigi from DCNZ shared our Respectful Guidelines for Working with Ethnic Communities https://www.diversitycounselling.org.nz/cultrally-respectful-guidelines/ and engaged in meaningful kōrero about culturally safe and responsive practice.

We extend our sincere thanks to the lecturers, the director, and the students for the invitation and the opportunity to contribute to the learning journey of our future clinical psychologists.

DCNZ remains committed to delivering culturally responsive and respectful services and to ongoing collaboration that strengthens support for ethnic communities. We value opportunities to share our experience and look forward to continuing these important conversations.

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Week– “Let’s Talk Support” 🌿On Monday, 22nd September, DCNZ proudly participated in the expo h...
25/09/2025

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Week– “Let’s Talk Support” 🌿

On Monday, 22nd September, DCNZ proudly participated in the expo held at the University of Waikato – Village Green. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with students, encouraging open conversations around mental health and wellbeing 💚

As part of our activity, we asked the students:
👉 “What is one small thing you do or would like to do each day to look after your mental wellbeing?”

Here are some of the common activities shared:
✨ Go for a walk 🚶‍♀️
✨ Listen to music🎼
✨ Talk to people, friends, family 💬
✨ Exercise / Sports Activities 🏃‍♂️
✨ Eat well and Sleep well🍎

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared your ideas, and took part in this important kōrero.

💡 DCNZ continues to participate awareness and support programmes for the community, helping to build resilience, promote wellbeing, and create spaces where everyone feels supported.

✨ Breathing Space Celebration – 31 July 2025 ✨Over 6 weeks, 30 junior and senior students from Mangakotukutuku School pa...
19/09/2025

✨ Breathing Space Celebration – 31 July 2025 ✨

Over 6 weeks, 30 junior and senior students from Mangakotukutuku School participated in our Breathing Space Programme, facilitated by Vanisri Mills & Kaoru Tsukigi

The programme explored intercultural awareness, psychological flexibility, emotional regulation, cultural intelligence, leadership, and growth mindset. These may sound like big concepts, but at its heart Breathing Space is about creating a safe space where youth can connect with their inner strengths and realise the potential already within them.

🌿 The journey concluded with a vibrant youth-led celebration, featuring student performances, certificates, and the presence of peers, teachers, caregivers, and esteemed guests.

💚 A huge thank you to Pinnacle Midlands Health Network for sponsoring this programme.
To Mangakotukutuku School for their support, and to all caregivers and esteemed guests for your presence and encouragement.
Few photoes from sessions and celebration

🌏✨ Welcoming Week 2025 ✨🌏Welcoming Week began on Saturday 6 September, and DCNZ was proud to stand alongside our communi...
16/09/2025

🌏✨ Welcoming Week 2025 ✨🌏

Welcoming Week began on Saturday 6 September, and DCNZ was proud to stand alongside our community at this special event. 💙

It was a wonderful opportunity to welcome our new Hamiltonians, share stories, and celebrate the diversity that makes our city vibrant and strong.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our stalls, connected with our team, and joined us in celebrating welcoming and belonging. 🏡💫

✨ Thrive Wellness Group Programme for Migrants & Former Refugees ✨Looking for a supportive space to strengthen your well...
16/09/2025

✨ Thrive Wellness Group Programme for Migrants & Former Refugees ✨

Looking for a supportive space to strengthen your wellbeing? 💚 Join our 7-week structured programme facilitated by DCNZ’s registered practitioners supported by Pinnacle.

📅 Dates: 20, 28 September; 4, 11, 18, 25 October; 1 November
🕒 Time: Saturdays 3–5pm (except 28 Sept, Sunday)
📍 Location: Te Wānanga Boardroom, Wintec
📞 Register or learn more: 0800 143 269 / 021 0262 5587
📧 Email: contact@dc.org.nz - Only a few spaces are available.

Last Session-Ethnic Youth Learning HubWe’ve wrapped up our 7-week Ethnic Youth Learning Hub for high school students, pr...
01/09/2025

Last Session-Ethnic Youth Learning Hub

We’ve wrapped up our 7-week Ethnic Youth Learning Hub for high school students, proudly funded by the Ministry of Education.

For our 7th and final celebration, we invited three inspiring speakers: Associate Professor Peter Sun, Toby Cunliffe-Steel, and Tracey Olivier.

They delivered powerful sessions that were well-received by students and left everyone feeling inspired. Together, we shared kai, celebrated connections, and reflected on the journey.

For our final session, a total of 37 young people from diverse backgrounds came together, supported by parents, caregivers, teachers, and our DCNZ team, to learn, have fun, and thrive

A huge thank you to our youth, families, and partners for helping us create inclusive spaces where ethnic youth can thrive.

Afrika Bazaar Waikato is BACK in 2025! 🎉🎶Get ready for a vibrant celebration— from food, fashion, live beats and unique ...
25/08/2025

Afrika Bazaar Waikato is BACK in 2025! 🎉🎶

Get ready for a vibrant celebration— from food, fashion, live beats and unique handcrafted treasures.

📅 Saturday, 13 September 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton
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🔥 Hey Waikato Ethnic youth! Ready for an epic hangout? Connect, hear from inspiring speakers, and be part of something a...
12/08/2025

🔥 Hey Waikato Ethnic youth! Ready for an epic hangout? Connect, hear from inspiring speakers, and be part of something awesome! Bring your crew and share the word you don’t wanna miss this! 💥

🌟 The Ministry of Health is inviting young people aged 16–24 to join the Youth Advisory Group for the Child and Youth Me...
20/07/2025

🌟 The Ministry of Health is inviting young people aged 16–24 to join the Youth Advisory Group for the Child and Youth Mental Health Study! Your voice can help shape research on youth mental health and wellbeing across Aotearoa. Apply by 3 August 2025 using the link below or scan the QR code to get involved: https://forms.office.com/r/5m3eDV01fZ

DCNZ was honoured to be part of the Shama's welcoming tour, connecting with community from migrant and refugee backgroun...
20/07/2025

DCNZ was honoured to be part of the Shama's welcoming tour, connecting with community from migrant and refugee backgrounds.

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