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.
Rags2Riches helping empower women in the Philippines
Philippines social entrepreneur Therese Fernandez-Ruiz openly confesses that before her first visit, her sum knowledge about New Zealand was “cows, Lorde, Xero, and Lord of the Rings”.
TrackII/News
Importance of informal diplomacy never greater
Jackson Calder looks back on his experiences partaking in Track II dialogues over the past two years and how they have inspired him to further develop his interest in international relations.
Leadership/News
Q&A: Leaving Cambodia bitter sweet for Leadership Network member
It was with a sense of relief tinged with sadness for friends and colleagues she had to leave behind that Leadership Network member Sarah van Boekhout returned to New Zealand as COVID-19 first emerged
New Zealand schools can apply for funding to hold events that enable students to experience Asian cultural activities and/or increases their understanding of Asia.
Research/Grant
Postgraduate research grants
Each year, the Asia New Zealand Foundation offers three postgraduate research grants of $5,000.
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 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.
People links central to the New Zealand-India relationship
A new report from the Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono highlights the dynamic connections between New Zealand and India – and outlines plenty of opportunities to grow the relationship.
