Former refugees arrive in Nelson and Marlborough throughout the year. We are looking for volunteers to help families to settle in the region. It’s an amazing experience - most of our volunteers say they get so much more from it than they give.

It takes time for former refugees to feel safe again, to get used to a new culture and place, to learn English, and to build networks - but having the support of a volunteer and the local community makes it easier.

We will be running training courses for volunteers in the New Year. We’d love you to join us?

You can sign up on our website: www.redcross.org.nz/refugeesupportvolunteer

Or email migration.volunteers@redcross.org.nz