Program Summary

As part of that effort to build an inclusive and collaborative community for everyone, wider recognition, understanding and appreciation for our diversity is important. It is through this diversity, as well as the unique relationship that is set out by Ti Tiriti o Waitangi, that positions Aotearoa New Zealand to better take advantage of international and global opportunities.The Global Ambassadors of Tauranga and Western BOP will contribute to a greater recognition, understanding and capacity for international and global cooperation.

It is through our diversity, as well as the unique relationship that is set out by Ti Tiriti o Waitangi, that strongly positions Aotearoa New Zealand to take advantage of global opportunities.

Global Ambassadors supports an individual, local and global focus.

For the Ambassadors:

Global Ambassadors is about identifying, engaging and empowering local youth from diverse backgrounds to become active local role models for diversity, global awareness and cooperation.

For Local Communities:

Facilitating engagement between local companies / organisations / government and the global ambassadors to encourage greater inter-cultural and global cooperation

Global Networks:

Become ambassadors of our local area, supporting contact with international organisations and encouraging international connections.

E tu kahikatea. Hei whakapae ururoa. Awhi mai awhi atu.
Tatou tatou e.

Stand like the kahikatea to brave the storms. Embrace and receive.
We are one together.

About Our Ambassadors

The Ambassadors are a group of dedicated young individuals between the ages of 16 and 18 years, all of whom call Tauranga and/or Western Bay of Plenty home. They each bring unique perspectives, skills and knowledge to the group, and have all shown their interest and passion for contributing to their community as well as making the world a better place. As a team, these young people truly are a working example of the project's focus, WE ARE STRONGER TOGEHER.

Visit our Ambassador Profiles Page to find out more.

Ambassador Profiles

Global Ambassadors - Advisory Group

The Global Ambassadors Advisory Group work to help guide the Global Ambassadors Project. The advisors offer their skills, knowledge and insight in support of the project, its mission and the young people that it serves.

Advisory Group