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We envision a culturally connected, innovative, proactive and prospering community within the wider Aotearoa society. Championing the common aspirations and interests of our members.

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Purpose

Our purpose is to ultimately advance the welfare of our Zambians In Aotearoa Association (ZIAA) members. We do this by creating environments that factor connection, community and development. Through ZIAA, members are culturally connected, innovative, proactive and prospering in Aotearoa.

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What we offer

Community

Assist new immigrants of Zambian descent to integrate into the ‘kiwi’ way of life.
Share and transfer positive traditions, cultures and values from generation to generation.
Reliable communication channel for the Zambian community.
Establish environments where Zambians can feel safe , refreshed and energised in a Zambian atmosphere.

Culture

Promote and maintain Zambian culture in the diaspora. This includes and is not limited to establishing relationships that promote traditional Zambian ceremonies (Likumbi Lya Mize, N'cwala, Mutomboko, Chakwela Makumbi, Ukusefya Pa Ng’wena, Kuomboka, etc.)
Foster connection and communication with other ethnic groups in Aotearoa. Such as by participating in Māori, Pasifika, African and other ethnic/cultural events of interest to the Association.

Mentorship

Mentoring and career progression for youth and children.
Provide an environment that encourages the development of leadership qualities among our youths.

Development

Support establishment of Zambian entrepreneurs. Such as encouraging ventures into real estate and similar initiatives.
Mobilise resources and secure funding for the Association’s approved programmes, activities and events.
Provide financial literacy to elders and youth
Contribute to the development needs of both countries, New Zealand and Zambia. A mentally healthy population will increase economic activity for New Zealand. On the other hand, no one will lead development activities for Zambia apart from her nationals.

Welfare

Assist with obtaining national registration cards (NRC) for children born in New Zealand, renewal of passports and obtaining dual citizenship.
Counselling for different circumstances (including mental health counselling from a cultural perspective). We understand that our community will have unique needs and we provide the resources to talk about specific issues affecting members’ welfare.

Become a member

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The Association shall maintain the minimum number of Members required by the Act.25.
All Members of the Association will be subject to the Code of Conduct and Ethics as stipulated in section 45 of this Constitution.25.
The classes of membership and the method by which Members are admitted to different classes of membership are as follows:
An individual of Zambian descent and/or a person who is a spouse or ex-spouse of any person of Zambian descent and /or a person who is a child or dependant(s) (aged less than 16 years) of any person of Zambian descent.
Association membership will have no age restrictions.