About us
A centre for cultural and educational exchange between New Zealand and China.
The centre
The New Zealand International Cultural and Educational Communication Centre (NZCE) brings young performers, artists, teachers and communities from both countries together. We take New Zealand students to perform at festivals and galas in China, welcome visiting artists and delegations, and hold concerts, exhibitions and workshops at home.
Background and history
Milestones
- 2025Young performers from New Zealand take part in the China-region showcase of the 7th Boao International Arts Festival.
- August 2026Invitation to the Young China · 2027 National Children’s Spring Festival Gala in Beijing.
- September 2026Authorised as a programme organiser for the gala, from 4 September 2026 to 26 January 2027.
- January 2027The gala is scheduled for 23–26 January in Beijing.The gala in Beijing, 23–26 January.
The founding of the centre and its earlier milestones are to be added.
Mission and vision
Mission
To build lasting understanding between the people of New Zealand and China through education, the arts and cultural exchange.
Vision
A generation of young New Zealanders and Chinese who know each other’s culture first-hand, and carry that friendship into their communities.
Draft wording, to be confirmed by the board.
Organisation
The centre is governed by a board and works with volunteers, teachers and partner organisations in both countries.
Draft outline, to be confirmed by the board.
- Board
- Sets direction, approves programmes and oversees the centre’s finances and governance.
- Secretariat
- Runs day-to-day operations, communications and partner relations.
- Programme teams
- Lead education, arts and music, youth, Māori and indigenous, business and community exchange.
- Volunteers
- Support events, translation, hosting and logistics.
Take part, or work with us
Take part
Students, performers, families and volunteers
Join a programme, help at our events or become a member.
Work with us
Schools, universities, cultural bodies, businesses, government agencies, and community and iwi groups
See who we already work with, or how to become a partner.
- Our partners
- Become a partner
Enquiries open once our contact details are published.