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Driving Leadership and Change.

"By Refugee Youth, for Refugee Youth."

The New Zealand National Refugee Youth Council (NZNRYC) is Aotearoa's only refugee-background, youth-led organisation, advocating for and empowering young people across 13 resettlement locations.

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Our Impact

Making a difference in the lives of refugee youth across Aotearoa by creating opportunities for leadership, connection, and empowerment. Together, we support young people to thrive, share their voices, and shape a more inclusive future for all.

3800+

Young people empowered through leadership and advocacy.

4500+

Social media followers engaging with our mission and stories.

60

Youth leaders creating positive change in communities.

13

Resettlement locations supported across New Zealand nationwide.

10+

Years of dedicated service to refugee youth.

72+

Partners collaborating to support refugee youth.

What We Do

Engage
Empower
Advocate

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Stay connected with our latest updates, stories, and events across our social media platforms. Join the conversation and see how refugee youth across Aotearoa are making a difference.

Support Our Work

Join us in making a difference for refugee youth across Aotearoa. Whether through partnerships, donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, your support helps us create more opportunities for young people from refugee backgrounds to thrive and contribute to New Zealand society.

Get Involved

In partnership with

UNHCRMBIENZ IdentityMinistry for Youth DevelopmentMana MokopunaAPNORCommunity ResearchAPPRNRefugee AllianceASSTNZRAP