Multicultural Tauranga

Promoting multiculturalism
by protecting the interests of many different ethnic groups which make New Zealand a multicultural society.

Facilitating consultation
of national and local Government agencies with ethnic groups in Tauranga.

Providing a forum
for ethnic groups to share experiences and friendships.

Fostering mutual support
among ethnic groups to deal with issues and to speak with one voice.

Protecting democratic rights
of ethnic groups to participate in decisions which affect them.

Building multicultural identity
by enabling ethnic groups to openly express their commitment to New Zealand while at the same time protecting their ethnic heritage and identity.

Including Tangata Whenua
in the consciousness among ethnic groups, i.e. the status of the Maori people and their rights under the Treaty of Waitangi.