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Contact Info: Vishal Rishi/Samuel Cho, The Asian Nework Inc., 101 Church Street, Onehunga, Auckland. PO Box 27550, Mt. Roskil, Auckland.T: 09 815 2338 F: 09 815 2330 E: [email protected]
W: www.asianetwork.org.nz
Summer 2015 - 2016
In This IssueTANI Health Promotion for Asian Communities ---------------------------------------------------------------- pg 2Asian Health Initiatives ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ pg 3Healthcare Information & Supporting Services ----------------------------------------------------------------- pg 4-5Disability Serivices & FVP Information ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- pg 6-7Community News & Events ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ pg 8
Newsletter
TANI Events 2016Please pen down these events on your calendar!
General Network MeetingWednesday 24th February 201610 am - 12 noonWestern Springs Garden Community Hall 956 Great North Road, Western Springs
Chinese Health SeminarTuesday 1st March 201610 am - 12 noonPearce St. Hall, Onehunga Community Centre3 Pearce Street, Onehunga
14th Annual Asian ForumTuesday 19th April 20169 am - 3:30 pmFickling Convention Centre 546 Mt Albert Road, Three Kings
Healthy Families NZ is a MOH initiative
aiming to improve people’s health where they live, learn, work and play by challenging communities to think differently about the
underlying causes of poor health, and to make changes in key community settings to help people make healthier choices. It aims to make good health easier and more accessible for people, by creating more health promoting environments. The initiative will focus on ten locations in New Zealand, potentially impact the lives of over a million New Zealanders. Beginning as they mean to go, the campaign celebrates the vibrant communities that live in Manukau, Manurewa and Papakura. Healthy Families Manager (Manukau, Manurewa-Papakura), Ben Youdan, says that having locals as the face of the campaign was an exciting opportunity to reflect the diverse communities that Healthy Families is looking forward to working with.“We’re looking for all kinds of awesome, not just the experienced health nuts. Health sector practice is a bonus, not a necessity. What people must have is an ability to identify and navigate the complexities that influence people’s health and strive to improve equity for Maori and Pacific peoples”. Youdan said he felt really strongly about using the recruitment phase as an opportunity to promote how significant the community are in everything Healthy Families are about.“We got together with local photographer and story-teller, Qiane Matata-Sipu, to capture local movers and shakers doing fun and crazy things in celebration of positive action around their wellbeing. It was inspiring to see supportive local families volunteer their time and embrace doing things differently.”One face of the campaign is Porse home-based childcare Educator, Parwati Pillay.“I know that Healthy Families will engage well with communities in South Auckland because of the way they made me feel. I felt comfortable and really welcomed throughout the photoshoot and I loved that I could wear my traditional Indian dress while doing things outside my comfort zone, like climbing the jungle gym and swinging around in the playground. I had a blast.” Applicants should have high-impact energy and no aversion to flying head first into a new and exciting initiative. For details on how to be a part of the Healthy Families movement, visit www.thfa.org.nz
Local TalentHealthy Families
Manukau, Manurewa-Papakura is using local
champions to front a social media campaign
to recruit passionate people who can inspire
healthier living.
star in recruitment for new health initiative: Healthy Families
Kia ora! Here, TANI brings in the last newsletter of this year and sharing some TANI’s recent activities and programmes that were conducted in the Spring season. One of the highlights of Spring has been the graduation of one of the Health Babies Healthy Futures’ groups,
very successful Chinese health seminars across Auckland region, and a very well received regional network meeting.
On behalf of TANI Council, I would like to convey to all our readers to stay safe and take precautionary measures while taking part in water activities like, swimming pools, beaches, fishing and so on this summer. I thank all our participants and supporters who have worked alongside TANI to promote health messages within wider Asian communities.
I also take this opportunity to wish you all Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year. May the New Year bring joy and happiness in everyone’s life. Please keep sending us your feedback to improve this newsletter.
Virinder Aggarwal Chairperson, TANI
TAN I Health Promot ion for as ian commun it i es
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Quarterly health seminars have been delivered targeting
the Chinese community across the Auckland region. This time,
our passionate volunteers who are confident about their culture and preventive health
knowledge, created health educational presentation
tailored to the health needs of the community. Sharing their experiences and interactive
discussion made the program well received. The seminar
was held in September at the Onehunga Community Centre.
Educate Asian communities to improve
health knowledge.
The interesting group for prevention and management of cardiovascular disease were supported by TANI team to continue their conversation in sharing their experiences, providing practical help, and offering social and emotional support for their friends and neighbors.
Peer supports another peer
TANI Regional Network Meeting
provided opportunity to update on
health initiatives and support each
other. The progress and evaluation
findings on the four year pilot project
of Bowel Screening were updated.
Good discussion was made with
the topic of subtle influences on an
individual’s decision in relation to
the increase of food energy supply
that New Zealand now faces. A
simple way to measure stroke risk
using an App was introduced to the
community. Attendees built good
connections for further collaboration
opportunities. The meeting was
in August at the Western Springs
Garden Community Centre.
Delicious lunch time! Connecting & Networking
Audience Informative presentations
Supporting Asian community and health professionals to be connected.
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Healthy Bab ies Healthy Futures ProgrammeHelping South Asian mothers improve health
Healthy Babies Healthy Futures programme is delivered by TANI (The Asian Network
Incorporated) to families within the Auckland and Waitemata District Health Board to
improve the health of pregnant mothers, babies and toddlers by providing the latest health
information, educational activities and access to services that support better nutrition and
physical activity. The programme is successfully helping educate mothers and families to
improve their health, by understanding the importance of balancing nutritional needs in our
everyday diet and the importance of physical activity to be fit and active.
The programme is skills based and practical that include the following topics:
• Being healthy for your baby • Making healthy food choices • Practical food preparation of
healthy meals • Reading food labels • Shopping on a budget • Keeping active
This programme is very successful and participants are very positive and enthusiastic to improve their health as well as their families.
Sujata Nepal is one of mothers enrolled in this programme. This is her success story of how the
programme benefitted her and her family.
Sujata says, “Healthy Babies Healthy Future made a drastic change in my family’s life. When there
was days my husband never ate vegetables or salads and also my kids. They just use to be scared
with the name of vegetables. Since the day I got involved into the programme it gave me positive vibe
to actually like vegetables and salad and cutting down on sugar, salt, oil and carbs. We have started
following the tips I get from the healthy babies healthy future and I am been actually able to convince
my family as well which is very surprising in a very good way. We will always stick to our healthy food
diet from now. Thank you Healthy Babies Healthy Futures team for giving us a very good guide on how
we should eat and follow our daily proper diet to stay healthy. And a very big thanks to Angileena and
team for being good host. Keep me updated for future programmes. Thanks once again.”
The Healthy Babies healthy futures team appreciates the participation and effort of all the mothers at
Bhartiya Samaj. The mothers graduated on completion of the programme’s six practical skills to make
healthy changes in their lives to improve their health.
TAN I Health Promot ion for as ian commun it i es
New Zealand Health Strategy Consultatioin
Your feedback is important and will ensure we create a truly unified way forward.
Consultation is open to any person or organisation interested in contributing to the future of New Zealand’s health and disability system.
There are a number of ways to submit formal feedback:• Complete an online survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nzhealthstrategy• Email your feedback to [email protected]• Post your feedback to: New Zealand Health Strategy Update ConsultationNew Zealand Health Strategy TeamMinistry of HealthPO Box 5013, Wellington 6145A submission form has been developed to assist with providing feedback. You do not have to answers any or all of the questions included. You can find this at https://www.health.govt.nz/publication/new-zealand-health-strategy-consultationAll submissions, excluding comments on the online discussion forum, will be published on the Ministry’s website with personal details removed. You can request the Ministry not publish your feedback when you make your submission.Consultation closes 5 pm Friday, 4 December 2015.Online discussion forumIn addition to formal feedback, you can also join the discussion about the future direction of New Zealand’s health and disability system at our Health Strategy Forum. Comments made on the forum will not be considered as formal submissions but will be considered when the final Strategy is drafted.Next stepsAll feedback will be carefully considered and common themes reflected in any changes to the updated New Zealand Health Strategy. A final updated Health Strategy is expected to be released in the first half of 2016.
TANI’s Community Health Education is carrying on Some people still haven’t registered any GP even though they have been in NZ more than 10 years.
A couple of women at the Health Talk session said, “It is the first time to know about bowel
screening program”. After the Health Talk, they learned what the benefits were by enrolling GPs and planned to find GPs for their families. Health Talks is a small size project but the community based initiative stretches its boundary across the wide Auckland region to get the health messages out to the grass root level of Asian communities, in partnership with local libraries.
Asian Clinic for Cervical Smear TestWell Women & Family Trust is a charitable trust that offers free cervical smear tests (criteria applies) for
women who are due or never had a smear before in New Zealand.Our smeartakers are experienced registered Kiwi nurses and we have ethnic health promoters, Susan Hwang and Grace Kim (Koreans) and Betty Ling (Chinese) working alongside with them. They speak fluent Korean,
Cantonese and Mandarin and are happy to support those whose English is their second language.Regular clinics are held in North Shore, Central, East and South Auckland. For details and appointments, please call Susan: 021 230 8144 (up to end October 2015), Grace: 021 226 2625 (from November 2015), Betty: 021 056 6118 (Mandarin/Cantonese)Practice nurses and GPs, please feel free to refer women who are due a smear to the appropriate health promoters.
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A Green Prescription gets a Man into Action!Dinesh Sheth is a man of action. His fitness and lifestyle over the past 10 months has seen resurgence due to the number of lifestyle changes he has made.
Dinesh, 69, moved to New Zealand from India 18 months ago. A trip to his GP in Onehunga last year is what kick-started him. Dinesh was diagnosed with pre-diabetes and was at high-risk of developing
type 2 diabetes. Dinesh met with a Green Prescription (GRx) Healthy Lifestyle Advisor for his initial consultation and a plan of action was hatched. Dinesh started walking on most days of the week through Cornwall Park, progressing a little bit more each time with the distance. Dinesh then started at the YMCA with a full body resistance training programme. Dinesh has lost 6kg in weight, 5cm off his waist (body fat) and his HBA1c is
now in the mid 30’s. Dinesh’s son has seen all the changes and progress over this time saying “he is so motivated and driven now; he is very healthy and fit!” Dinesh has one piece of advice to others who would benefit from some support “join Green Prescription and make your life healthier.”Speak with your GP or Nurse at your next consultation to be referred to the programme, there is no waiting list so you get started now. Call (09) 623 7956 or visit www.sportauckland.co.nz
The Secret to staying fit and healthyAs the ageing population increases so to do does the need for older adults to age actively. Active Ageing means making the most of
opportunities for mental, physical and social well-being throughout life to improve health and well-being in older age.
Older people are healthier, more numerous, and more vital than ever
before.For the past ten years SPORT WAITAKERE have been facilitating the annual Sport Waitakere Rest Home Round Robin competition for rest homes across West Auckland. Story hosts Heather du Plessis-Allan and Duncan Garner aired a short story on the round robin following Radius Taupaki
Gables resident George Coombs on his journey to indoor bowling victory.
Staying with the active ageing theme SPORT WAITAKERE in collaboration with the West Auckland Active Seniors group hosted an
expo for older adults to celebrate the International Day of the Older Person. The event was a huge success with 25+ exhibitors, exercise
demonstrations, freebies and morning tea for everyone who attended on the day.
Participants on the day said it was “A great day for information – Well done!” and “absolutely fantastic – thank you”.
need Healthcare Information?Go to www.healthpoint.co.nz
Health Point is a healthcare services information directory which provides
empowering and accurate information to both patients and healthcare providers.
Is There a Link Between Meat and Cancer?Beef + Lamb New Zealand nutritionist, Fiona Greig explains.
There are many causes of cancer and it is more important to focus on overall eating and lifestyle habits rather than specific
foods. The key focus in terms of cancer prevention should be to avoid smoking, limit sun exposure and alcohol intake, maintain a healthy body weight, and be physically active. There is no scientific evidence that eating lean red meat as part of a healthy diet will cause cancer. The global recommendations from the World Cancer Research Fund state up to 500g cooked (or 750g raw) red meat (beef, lamb, pork) can be eaten per week, which can be split across 3-4 serves across the week. As a guide, a serving is about the size of the palm of your hand. New Zealand beef and lamb are excellent sources of essential protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12 and should be enjoyed with plenty of vegetables for optimum health. For more information about meat nutrition or recipe ideas visit www.recipes.co.nz or email [email protected]
Alzheimers Auckland Charitable Trust (AACT)
Alzheimers Auckland Charitable Trust (AACT) is a not for profit organisation dedicated to providing dementia support services and inspiring those living with dementia to make the most of life. There are currently 15,000
people with dementia in the greater Auckland region – a number that research shows is expected to double over the next 15 to 20 years. Alzheimers Auckland provide a wide range of services and support. Dementia Key Workers offer intensive support and practical strategies for the carer of a person with dementia, including home visiting, telephone consultations, and support groups. The Living Well with Dementia Socialisation team offers meaningful and interest-based activities, providing the person with dementia opportunities for friendship and activity, while providing respite for the carer. The Education team provides in-depth information and strategies to carers, the general community and to other service providers. Alzheimers Auckland’s socialisation services encourage clients to create new social connections with like-minded people and have new experiences. There are a variety of weekly social activities, including walking groups, coffee meet-ups, art-making, Zumba and men’s fitness groups. Available to anyone living with dementia, the groups are culturally appropriate, free and are run in a variety of locations. For more information how they may be able to help you, visit www.alzheimers.co.nz, or contact the office 09 622 4230.
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A Green Prescription gets a Man into Action!Dinesh Sheth is a man of action. His fitness and lifestyle over the past 10 months has seen resurgence due to the number of lifestyle changes he has made.
Dinesh, 69, moved to New Zealand from India 18 months ago. A trip to his GP in Onehunga last year is what kick-started him. Dinesh was diagnosed with pre-diabetes and was at high-risk of developing
type 2 diabetes. Dinesh met with a Green Prescription (GRx) Healthy Lifestyle Advisor for his initial consultation and a plan of action was hatched. Dinesh started walking on most days of the week through Cornwall Park, progressing a little bit more each time with the distance. Dinesh then started at the YMCA with a full body resistance training programme. Dinesh has lost 6kg in weight, 5cm off his waist (body fat) and his HBA1c is
now in the mid 30’s. Dinesh’s son has seen all the changes and progress over this time saying “he is so motivated and driven now; he is very healthy and fit!” Dinesh has one piece of advice to others who would benefit from some support “join Green Prescription and make your life healthier.”Speak with your GP or Nurse at your next consultation to be referred to the programme, there is no waiting list so you get started now. Call (09) 623 7956 or visit www.sportauckland.co.nz
Disability ConnectParent & Family Resource Centre Inc. had been trading as Disability Connect since 1st October 2014.
Disability Connect offers a wide range of seminars for parents with disabled children or professionals
who work with these families. The topics include: • Individualised Funding with Respite • Trust and
Welfare Guardianship • Education Legal Issues • Work and Income • Transition
Disability Connect continues to provide Chinese Families Autism Support group monthly to South Auckland families with autistic children in 2016. As part of a wider service- Cultural and Linguistically Diverse Disability Information and Advisory service for different ethnicities, we started Indian Families with Children of Special Needs Support Group in May 2015 and this will continue in 2016 as monthly meeting. We welcome families who are interested in these ethnic specific support groups to join and network with other families.
For more details of the upcoming seminar and support groups in 2016, please contact Disability Connect on 09 636 0351 or email [email protected]
vecare.co.nz or 09 448 0019.
Cancer Society’s Relay For L ife
Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is a unique and fun overnight team fundraising
event. Teams sign up for many reasons, some to remember their loved ones,
others to celebrate and acknowledge a friend or family member’s cancer journey and
some to fight back against cancer, a disease that takes so much.
Relay For Life will be held at the following locations in 2016:
• March 19/20 – AUT Millennium, North Shore
• April 2/3 – Bruce Pullman Park, Takanini
Registrations are now open at www.relay.org.nz. This inspirational event includes
music, camping-out, a candlelit ceremony, food, family fun and the on-going relay.
Everyone is welcome to take part - families, friends and colleagues, to run or walk
and make a difference at Cancer Society’s Relay For Life.
With no maximum size, teams are encouraged to fundraise a minimum of $200 per
person to enable Cancer Society to continue providing services to the community.
Whether you are a cancer survivor, a carer, a supporter or simply want to make a
difference, Relay For Life empowers everyone involved.
Sign up now at www.relay.org.nz or text RELAY to 244 for more information.
Dance Therapy NZ: Arts 4 Us for Teenagers
Earlier this year, Dance Therapy NZ launched its first
specialised art therapy programme, Arts 4 Us, which is designed for school-aged children on the Autism spectrum and with related disorders.
Talking with parents of children with Autism quickly revealed that mainstream art programmes were
not providing the support that their children needed and that there were limited options in the community. Emma Lees, a parent whose daughter participates in DTNZ programmes, shared the following: ‘My daughter attended an art group but was asked to leave as they could not cope with her behaviour...there are limited resources available in Auckland, especially East Auckland.’Working in partnership with the Orakei Community Centre, DTNZ has been running the group since July 2015. Arts 4 Us provides weekly art therapy sessions, with the aim of supporting social skills and emotional literacy through art making.The group has become so popular that Dance Therapy NZ will launch a second group, just for teenagers, starting in February 2015.Registrations are open for both the school-aged and teenaged groups.Find out more at www.dancetherapy.co.nz or 09 636 3039
Guess What??
Healthline is a free, confidential 24-hour health advice phone service available
to all New Zealanders. Healthline is funded by the Ministry of Health and provided by Medibank Health Solutions New Zealand in association with St John.
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Together Along With Te Reo and EnglishBy Laure Romanetti, Newcomers Network Coordinator Albany
Friday morning, Albany House, 10:30 am: the sun is shining but the air outside is still chilly. Albany Domain gets its good share of wind and Albany House is in the middle of it, so no surprises there! As you will get closer to the House, you might start hearing some notes: do, mi, sol, fa… and then if you push your curiosity as far as opening the door to the House - which I hope you will do - you will hear voices singing along too: Pokarekare ana, Nga wai-o Rotorua, Whiti atu ko-e hine ma-rino ana e… Then it might be: You are my sunshine, my only sunshine… And finally Ukulele Lady! By then, you will have understood that our Ukulele group is practising. Peter, our tutor is originally from Fiji. As for the rest of us, well, we are newcomers from everywhere: China, Korea, Iran, Mexico, Taiwan, France etc… To be perfectly honest, singing in Te Reo or English and getting the chords right at the same time is a real challenge, but we are all beginners and all keen on getting our brain cells grooving. We know we’ll get there eventually... In the meantime, how about you join us? www.newcomers.co.nz
Snakes and ladders: the challenges of povertyWe all face ups and downs in life, but for some families there are more downs than
ups – rather like losing a game of Snakes and Ladders. Steve and Jo are a fictional
couple, but their story is typical of many of the families supported by Family Works
Northern.
Steve and Jo both work at the minimum hourly rate for a combined total of 30 hours a week. With two
children, they qualify for Working for Families tax credits which increase their income just enough to
cover basic expenses, including the rent. Then disaster strikes…Now what?Jo feels she can’t go back home and has to find somewhere affordable to live that’s safe and healthy for her children. She has huge debts and her chances of finding stable employment are slim. The long struggle to survive is taking its toll on her mental health. She has lost all confidence in herself and feels she has completely failed to keep her family together.
What would you do in Steve and Jo’s situation?What could you or your community do to support this family?
Family Works Northern builds strong families by providing counselling, social services and budgeting support in communities across the upper North Island. To find out how you
can help families in need, visit www.northern.familyworks.org.nz or find us on Facebook.
The Shine HelplineThe Shine Helpline is a vital free service that provides critical support to people who are affected by domestic abuse.
Many of the victims we help get safe first
get in touch by ringing the Shine Helpline. This
November, we will be running a national street appeal to raise much needed funds to help with the cost of running the helpline, and also the cost of promoting it, so that those who need it know it’s there. We need awesome people, just like you, who can give a couple of hours to be volunteer street collectors! It doesn’t matter where in NZ you live -- if you can shake a bucket, you can help.Please register today at http://www.2shine.org.nz. And please share this with your friends!
Opening the Doors
The community is warmly invited to Hospice West Auckland’s Community Open Day on Saturday 28 November, 9am–2pm.
Held at the ‘Living & Learning Centre’ at 206
Swanson Rd Henderson, the open day will showcase the wonderful range of services that Hospice West Auckland provides in our community. There will be participative art, volunteering information, education stands, crafts, a sausage sizzle and baking stall. The neighbouring Henderson Hospice Shop at 208 Swanson Rd will also be running a huge One Day Sale, with half-price bargains store-wide and fun for all the family. For more details visit www.hwa.org.nz
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Pakuranga Counselling CentreIs stress and anxiety affecting your health and wellbeing?
Over the years there’s been a lot of research on how stress and anxiety may be the cause of ill health affecting both physical and mental health. Changes and a different way of life can be stressful for
anyone. I know when I immigrated here to NZ, I found it very stressful and had to learn the health and education system, the Kiwi culture and a new way of life. Too much stress for too long is not healthy. It can
be telling us that we may need to change something.Pakuranga Counselling Centre has helped over 2,810 clients with stress and anxiety in the last year. They have 11 trained counsellors and an Asian counsellor that speaks Cantonese and Mandarin. We also run workshops in Self-esteem/Confidence, Boundaries, Anger management/Conflict and Communication workshops. Studies show that for every client seen, at least four others in the community will benefit (family members, friends, work and neighbours).Our counsellors help to make positive changes in people’s lives. Contact Pakuranga Counselling Centre, 09 576 4248. Website: www.pakurangacounselling.org.nz.
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Together Along With Te Reo and EnglishBy Laure Romanetti, Newcomers Network Coordinator Albany
Friday morning, Albany House, 10:30 am: the sun is shining but the air outside is still chilly. Albany Domain gets its good share of wind and Albany House is in the middle of it, so no surprises there! As you will get closer to the House, you might start hearing some notes: do, mi, sol, fa… and then if you push your curiosity as far as opening the door to the House - which I hope you will do - you will hear voices singing along too: Pokarekare ana, Nga wai-o Rotorua, Whiti atu ko-e hine ma-rino ana e… Then it might be: You are my sunshine, my only sunshine… And finally Ukulele Lady! By then, you will have understood that our Ukulele group is practising. Peter, our tutor is originally from Fiji. As for the rest of us, well, we are newcomers from everywhere: China, Korea, Iran, Mexico, Taiwan, France etc… To be perfectly honest, singing in Te Reo or English and getting the chords right at the same time is a real challenge, but we are all beginners and all keen on getting our brain cells grooving. We know we’ll get there eventually... In the meantime, how about you join us? www.newcomers.co.nz
Opening the Doors
The community is warmly invited to Hospice West Auckland’s Community Open Day on Saturday 28 November, 9am–2pm.
Held at the ‘Living & Learning Centre’ at 206
Swanson Rd Henderson, the open day will showcase the wonderful range of services that Hospice West Auckland provides in our community. There will be participative art, volunteering information, education stands, crafts, a sausage sizzle and baking stall. The neighbouring Henderson Hospice Shop at 208 Swanson Rd will also be running a huge One Day Sale, with half-price bargains store-wide and fun for all the family. For more details visit www.hwa.org.nz
Volunteers Speaking Asian languagesVictim Support is an independent incorporated society that provides a free 24/7 community response to help victims of serious crime and trauma.
Our free service provides emotional and practical support, information, referral to other support services, and advocacy for the rights of victims. This support helps victims find strength, hope and safety in the
face of grief and trauma. Volunteers are at the heart of our service. We can only keep our 24/7 service free with the ongoing help of our community.Our volunteers are everyday New Zealanders who have chosen to be there for people facing a difficult situation. We totally rely on our volunteer workforce. They are men and women from all walks of life, cultures and beliefs, some retired, but many with full time jobs. Each and every individual volunteer and the time they offer is invaluable.A large Asian community resides in Auckland, particularly Otahuhu, Mangere and Papatoetoe, and this community is unfortunately not exempt from being victims of serious crime and trauma. In order for these communities to be supported we are in great need of volunteers who are able to communicate in any Asian languages.Could you be there? If you are able to help your community and would like to know more information about volunteering at Victim Support, please don’t hesitate to contact Victim Support on 0800 VOLUNTEER
N estOn Friday 25th September 2015, “Nest” was launched at the School of Social Work Epsom campus. “Nest” is the name chosen by the group whose members are Chinese social work students.
The purpose of establishing this self-
support group is to provide a space for Chinese social work students to share their personal experience and professional knowledge, to network with social work agencies and social work practitioners, to connect to their communities and to help with cultural exchange. It is their hope that through this self-support group, they can
enhance their understanding about how social work is practiced in NZ. They are committed to support each other and encourage each other to get the best learning outcomes from their social work studies. The self-support group was initiated and supported by Jinling Lin Professional Teaching Fellow and Practicum Learning Team member at the School. She has been through a similar learning journey when first entered into social work profession.The celebration of this launch received wide support from the Chinese social work community, the academic staff and Chinese social work students from other universities and institutions. The members of the “Nest” entertained the audience with some amazing performances of music, dance and poetry; their talents were simply outstanding. They meet once every month to discuss their commonly interested matter and the meeting is facilitated by the members in turn. The group can be contacted through [email protected]
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Chnese new year Celebration 2016Our festival to welcome the Year of the Monkey
Auckland Chinese Community Centre Inc. has been organising this annual Chinese New Year celebration for nearly 30 years. The Festival has grown in popularity over the years, and has now become a highlight of the Auckland summer events calendar with attendance by
nearly 30,000 people. Our 2016 CNY celebration will feature the following activities:• Grand Opening at 10.00am with 11 person Dragon Dance• Over 200 specialist stalls selling traditional & exotic Chinese hot delicacies, Chinese New Year foodstuffs, Chinese traditional arts & crafts, & promoting advisory services• Indoor entertainment programme of Chinese acrobats, cultural songs, dances & musical items• Outdoor entertainment programme of martial arts, tai chi and Chinese pop singers• Other entertainment and games & rides for childrenStall enquiries can be referred to the Stalls Organiser, Yuanyong Yang, email [email protected]
Know Your Rightswith the Health and Disability Commissioner
Join the Health and Disability Commissioner’s office for a consumer seminar in Auckland - and hear about your rights
under the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights. We will focus on the rights of disabled people.
• What are your rights?• What do they mean for you?
• Who can you talk to if you are unhappy with a health and disability service?
• Focus on the rights of disabled people.• Accessible venue. Hindi interpreters present.
• Tea and coffee will be providedPlease RSVP and let us know if you have any accessibility or interpreter needs by 20 November 2015 (NZSL interpreters available on request). Email [email protected] or call 0800 11 22 33 and ask for Esther Woodbury.
Walking Waitakere and Beyond: Wednesday WalksAugust 2015 to January 2016
Walking Waitakere is brought to you by the Walking Waitakere Committee. Join our email group to learn about any walks coming up. If you are organising a walk please let us know so we can help promote it.Meeting time is 9:50am for all walks and the walking time is approximately two hours. For further information, please contact KAY LINDLEY at 09 827 6647 or 027 274 2280, or email: [email protected]
Date: Friday 4th December 2015Time: 10 am - 12 pmVenue: Shanti Niwas Senior Centre14 Spring Street, Onehunga (next to Dolphin Theatre)
Date:: Saturday 23rd January 2016Time: 9 am - 4 pmVenue: Hall 3 & 4 ASB Showgrounds217 Greenlane West, Auckland
