MMC: A Brief Introduction

 

For over three decades, Manawatū Multicultural Council (MMC) has stood as a beacon of inclusivity, unity, and cultural celebration in Palmerston North and Manawatū areas. Nestled within the heart of our vibrant community, we have been privileged to serve as a home away from home for individuals from diverse backgrounds, proudly embracing the rich tapestry of cultures that define us. 

MMC remains steadfast in our commitment to fostering understanding, respect, and harmony among all members of our community. Our centre has served as a gathering place where traditions are honored, languages are spoken, and friendships are forged across cultural boundaries. 

 

Two Months in Review: July-August Highlights

September 2024

 

Wishing you all health and happiness!

A warm welcome to all of you to another instalment of Ethnigram for the year 2024. I feel humbled and privileged that I have the honour of being the President for MMC for another term, along with our Board members, who also have been re-elected and we will continue serving you to the best of our abilities. We would like to thank you all for your support and confidence in us, we could not do it without you.

We at MMC have been busy with preparations for our AGM, with our staff and Board members working hard, preparing MMC annual reports and administrative documents. The month of July was as usual busy with our regular weekly classes (English, Tai Chi, Yoga, Mind and Body) and in addition, we celebrated Happy Families and Poipoia Te Pitomata (in collaboration with St John). We had Multicultural Pop-up Play, in collaboration with PNCC and Global Parent Support, who also helped us with Global Market and Kids Market, where our young entrepreneurs get to hone their business skills. The month came to a glorious end with a sumptuous potluck dinner, featuring mouth-watering delicacies from Korea. The month of August flew by with preparations for our AGM, our staff and Board members working hard, preparing MMC annual reports and administrative documents for presentations.

This month has also been busy with organizing for the “Songs and Praises” event, which we are all very excited about and we are all looking forward to an awesome afternoon. We look forward to the last quarter of this year, with many more such events that aim to unite all our communities, bring joy while educating and entertaining and creating a safe, all-inclusive and thriving global community.

I would like to thank all our sponsors, funding agencies and donors for your generous contributions and continued support. It is our privilege to be part of this beautiful community and I truly believe that us working together, with love and charity in our hearts, can help us build a better world.

 

Ranjita Sengupta | MMC President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MMC News & Events

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Register NOW: Cultural Costume Celebration 2025

MMC News Published: 17th October 2024
Ending the World Fair with a bang! Join us as we proudly parade in the Square for with the Cultural Costume Celebration! The parade will showcase global cultures and costumes as cultural groups walk t…

Potluck Dinner & Karaoke Night

MMC Events Begins: 18th October 2024
Hancock Community House, 77-85 King Street, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui

Join us for an evening of delicious food AND karaoke!

Register NOW: Palmy Play Festival 2024

MMC News Published: 16th October 2024
We’re excited to let you know that Palmy Play Festival is back for another year. 

Everyone has the right to have some fun, and we know that play is a great way to bring people together. Palmy Play Fe…

Register NOW: Teas & Coffees of the World 2025

MMC News Published: 16th October 2024
Calling All Communities! Showcase Your Heritage at the "Teas & Coffees of the World" Event!

We’re thrilled to invite communities from around the world to be a part of our upcoming Teas & Coffees of t…

Kids Market: October 2024

MMC News Published: 10th October 2024
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Kids Market event! A huge shoutout to all the amazing stallholders for bringing their creativity and passion to the day. We're also very grateful to Te Manawa…

Kids Market at the Square: Registrations OPEN!

MMC News Published: 7th October 2024
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰! 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 - 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 (Last One for the Year!)

Date: Sunday, 1st December 2024
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Venue: The Square, Palmerston North

Don't miss out on the last Kids Ma…

Community News & Events

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Baha’is of Palmerston North 50th Anniversary Celebration

Community Events Begins: 26th October 2024
Palmerston North Leisure Centre, 569 Ferguson Street, Manawatū-Whanganui

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of community and service!

Keepy Uppy World Record Attempt!

Community Events Begins: 30th October 2024
Manawatū-Whanganui

Keepy Uppy World Record Attempt!

House of MUSA NZ: Sustainable Fashion Show

Community Events Begins: 2nd November 2024
Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre, Manawatū-Whanganui

House of MUSA New Zealand is hosting a 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰: 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐳 & 𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫!

Diwali Mela 2024

Community Events Begins: 2nd November 2024
The Square, Palmerston North , Manawatū-Whanganui

Diwali Mela 2024

Manawatu People's Radio: Songs & Praises 2024

Community News Published: 30th September 2024
At 5pm, we'll be using the Sunday Live Zone to broadcast our recording of Songs & Praises 2024, which we attended on Saturday the 21st! Tune in (or download the podcasts) for an audio version of this …

Palmy Play Festival: Taiopenga ā-Rēhia 2024

Community Events Begins: 9th November 2024
The Square, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui

Palmy Play Festival is back for another year. It’s our chance to celebrate Palmy’s cultural diversity through the universal love of play.