Supporting New Beginnings
We help former refugees arriving in Wellington prepare for life in a new community by creating welcoming homes and providing essential items to help people settle with dignity.
In partnership with the New Zealand Red Cross, the Anglican Diocese of Wellington and local parishes, we have helped set up over 190 homes for more than 670 former refugees.
We are grateful to the parishes, organisations, groups, and individuals who support this work, and we welcome others who would like to be involved.
How you can help
- Donate household or pantry items – Contact us to find out what items are required for a home set-up and ways you could help.
- Form or join a house set‑up team – Teams of 3 – 4 people put together packs of household and pantry items and set up homes.
- Don’t have a team? – Contact us and we will connect you with one.
To find out more, contact: Carolyn, Refugee Settlement Coordinator
Phone: 021 754 145 or Email: refugees@cadw.nz