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Coming to New Zealand from a different country can bring many wonderful opportunities. It can also bring some challenges.
We asked people from ethnic communities in New Zealand what challenges they faced, what helped them get through and what they do to stay well. Here’s what they told us:
Identity and belonging (English)
Cultural differences (Spanish) English subtitles
Academic pressures and racism (Chinese) English subtitles
Career and friendships (English)
Navigating two cultures (English)
Relationships and confidence (Arabic) English subtitles
Embracing my identity (English)
Finding a job (Hindi) English subtitles
Knowing my rights (English)
Language barriers (Kinyarwanda) English subtitles
It’s OK to ask for help.
Seeking support when things are not right is a sign of strength.
You don’t need to struggle alone or wait until things are really bad.
Getting support early may help you get better sooner.
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