New Zealanders see ties with Asia as increasingly important, survey shows
New Zealand’s recovery from COVID-19 will be closely tied to Asia’s, and new research from the Asia New Zealand Foundation shows more New Zealander's recognise Asia's importance to this country.
The Foundation’s director of research and engagement Suzannah Jessep looks at the COVID struggles countries in the Asia-Pacific region are facing and which countries NZ could work with.
Leadership/News
Leadership Network member bringing Pacific dance to NZ high schools
We chat with Leadership Network member Xavier Breed about his lockdown experience, teaching high school students Pacific dance and bringing a Pacific perspective to the network.
Entrepreneurship/News
Partnership and collaboration vital for entrepreneurs
Asia New Zealand Foundation honorary adviser Helianti Hilman recently spoke at Festival for the Future about the important role local and global collaboration plays in entrepreneurship.
IN TOUCH – Aotearoa artists and their continued connections with Asia
The Foundation is looking to commission 10 artists up to $5,000 each to produce a work suitable for presentation on our digital channels, enabling us to reach a wide audience of New Zealanders.
Education/Article
Online student workshops
Online student workshops build cultural competency in different curriculum areas through a range of experiences such as Rakugo storytelling, Bollywood dance, taiko drumming and Wushu kung fu.
Resources/Resource
Distance learning resources: Explore China
This Y4-7 social studies mini-unit has been designed for students to be able to learn at home (or in the classroom) by working independently on differentiated learning activities to explore China.
Resources/Resource
Distance learning resources: Explore the Philippines
This Y4-7 social studies mini-unit has been designed for students to learn at home (or in the classroom) by working independently on differentiated learning activities to explore the Philippines.
Resources/Resource
Mindfulness - creating a miniature Japanese rock garden
This Y4-8 arts mini-unit has been developed for students to practice mindfulness while designing and creating their own miniature Japanese rock garden.
