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The Leadership Network - how it all began

The Leadership Network took shape through the organic growth of an idea that gradually became a formal programme in 2006. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the network has opened doors to Asia for hundreds of young New Zealanders and become a key pillar of the Foundation’s mission to connect New Zealand with the region.

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Leadership member turns up the music in the Remarkables

Leadership Network member Rakuto Kurano was born in Japan, spent part of his childhood in Jakarta, and now lives in a small stone cottage on a sheep station just outside Queenstown, at the foot of the Remarkables. Music has been a defining force in his life. He sees it as a powerful bridge between people and cultures: “Music can bring countries together in ways a conversation around a table sometimes can’t,” he says.

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Leadership Network member gets to Know India on international youth delegation

Leadership Network member Kritika Selach describes visiting India late last year as the New Zealand’s delegate on the Know India Programme—an Indian government initiative that brings together young members of India’s diaspora communities from around the world to reconnect with their heritage. Travelling to Delhi, Pune and Agra with delegates from 17 countries, the programme not only provided Kritika with insights into India's thriving economy, culture and developmental initiatives but provided her with international friendships she describes as her new "global family".

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Sri Lanka Hui: An unforgettable lesson in purpose-driven leadership

In November 2025, 14 members of the Foundation's Leadership Network travelled to Sri Lanka for an offshore hui designed to deepen connections between New Zealand and the South Asian nation. During their week-long visit, the group learned about New Zealand's ties to Sri Lanka, met with business and community organisations, gained insight into the history of the country and emersed themselves in the local culture. In this article, network member Ron Park describes their time and his personal takeaways from the trip.

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