Our Values & Priorities
Our Values – Ngā Uara
• Aroha – Respecting and acknowledging everyone’s unique culture
• Manaakitanga – Embracing and including all people
• Whakawhanaungatanga – Building strong relationships
• Tūpuna Pono – Honouring our ancestors
Professional • Inclusive • Trustworthy • Collaborative • Sustainable • Visible
Our Priorities – Ngā Whāinga
• Wellbeing – Supporting newcomers, migrants, and former refugees to thrive
• Social Connection – Creating spaces and events where people connect and belong
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi – Honouring the Treaty’s principles through partnership with tangata whenua
• Sustainability – Building a strong, visible, and future-focused organisation
Read Our Full Strategic Plan
Recent Awards & Recognition
Bowater Hyundai Community Impact Award 2022
Multicultural Nelson Tasman was thrilled to win the Bowater Hyundai Community Impact Award at the Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2022. The awards ceremony was held on February 24, 2023 at the Rutherford Hotel. Representing MNT on the night were Carol Morgan and Marie Lindaya (founding member of MNT and current Acting Chair). They are pictured with Chris Bowater.
Neighbourhood Support New Zealand (NSNZ) Partner 2021 National Award
Multicultural Nelson Tasman won the Neighbourhood Support New Zealand (NSNZ) Partner 2021 National Award which we were unable to accept in Wellington in person due to Alert Level changes. This was awarded to MNT on Tuesday, 28 September at the Greenmeadows Centre. We would like to thank Neighbourhood Support New Zealand and also Top of the South Neighbourhood Support for your appreciation. We look forward to more future collaboration.
