New Zealand Embassy - Washington, D.C.

This month and every month we strongly support the human rights of those in the LGBTIA+ community. #PrideMonth2024 🌈 🌏

It’s New Zealand Music Month. Did you know that Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is New Zealand’s City of Music and is part of the global UNESCO Creative Cities Network? Learn more here:

28th Maori Battalion

Ka maumahara tonu tātou ki a rātou. Today, we also remember the history of the 28th Māori Battalion who sacrificed their lives for New Zealand ➡️ www.28maoribattalion.org.nz

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

April 24 marks the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, New Zealand 🇳🇿 is part of the #UN multilateral system which uses diplomacy to advocate for peaceful resolutions to global conflicts. Learn more here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/multilateralism-for-peace-day

Anzac Day Dawn Service 2024

We will remember them - Ka maumahara tonu tātou ki a rātou You are cordially invited to join the New Zealand and Australian embassies in commemorating ANZAC Day at a Dawn Service Ceremony on Thursday, April 25. The service will take place from 5:30 am to 6:30 am at the WWI memorial located at Pershing Park, 1449-1455 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC. ANZAC Day is a significant national commemoration for New Zealand and Australia, observed annually on April 25. This day marks the anniversary of a pivotal moment in history - the first major military campaign undertaken by the armed forces of both countries during the First World War. The ANZACs, comprising Australian and New Zealand soldiers, valiantly fought as part of the allied expedition to seize the Gallipoli peninsula. The acronym ANZAC, bestowed upon these brave warriors, continues to evoke immense pride and reverence to this day. 🇦🇺🇳🇿 To ensure a prompt start, please plan to arrive 30 minutes early.

Some incredible inventions and innovations in the medical field started at The University of Auckland, now they are medical businesses making a difference all around the world 🌏 💡 Alimetry, Toku Eyes, and Formus Labs are just a handful of bright ideas born from New Zealand’s largest university that have been realised and are making a positive impact on people’s health and wellbeing. #NZstoryteller https://www.nzstory.govt.nz/stories/medical-breakthroughs-out-of-the-university-of-auckland/

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, New Zealand is committed to continuing to combat racial discrimination at home and abroad. Diverse, inclusive and thriving societies are in everyone’s best interests #FightRacism

Today we celebrate the women representing New Zealand on International Women’s Day 🌏 #IWD2024

🌅 As one of the first nations to greet the new dawn, Aotearoa New Zealand isn't just ahead in time, but also in technology. 🇳🇿

Te reo Māori 🗣️ is the indigenous language of Aotearoa New Zealand 🇳🇿 and is one of our two official languages. In 1986 te reo Māori was guaranteed as a taonga (treasure), under the Treaty of Waitangi and was later made an official language in 1987. New Zealand has celebrated Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, Māori language week each year since 1975, to commemorate the presentation of the 1972 Māori language petition on September 14 to parliament 🏛️ Quiz yourself to see if you know some common te reo Māori words!

Happy New Year, Aotearoa New Zealand! 🌟✨ Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars, also known as the Pleiades. Under the maramataka, the Māori lunar calendar, the reappearance of Matariki in the mid-winter night sky 🌙✨ heralds the start of a New Year🎉🌌

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Team NZ! 🌈 Join us in embracing diversity and inclusion as we proudly celebrate #PrideMonth. We are a proud nation with a rich history of progress and inclusivity. We were the first to grant women the right to vote, have openly transgender politicians, and boast the most rainbow Parliament globally. With legal protections against discrimination, recognition of same-sex unions and marriages, and a top-ranking military for LGBT inclusivity, New Zealand is a place where everyone is welcome. We stand together in unity and pride as we continue to champion love and acceptance. Happy Pride!

Kia ora to the amazing Andre Fa’aoso, a former Rutherford College student and bright spark from Aotearoa New Zealand! Congratulations on your acceptance to Yale University 🇺🇸—we're proud of you! You have whānau here thrilled to cheer you on every step of the way. Go, Andre! 🎓📚

🇳🇿 A sustainable product that keeps on giving!🐑 Wool's strong and pliable nature means it’s incredibly versatile and renewable. Here are three New Zealand 🇳🇿 companies that have created products you might not believe are made from wool. 🐑

🍇 Join us for an exciting webinar on the latest advances in Agri-Food-Tech for horticultural growers in California and New Zealand 🌿 📅 Wednesday, April 5, 2023 (CA) 📅 Thursday, April 6, 2023 (NZ) 🕑 2:00 PM (PDT) - 3:30 PM (PDT) - California 🕔 5:00 PM (EDT) - 6:30 (EDT) - Washington, DC 🕘 9:00 AM (SAST) - 10:30 AM (NZDT) - New Zealand 🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85364223336 🔑 Passcode: #AgTech23 💻 Webinar ID: 853 6422 3336 We're bringing together industry leaders from 🇳🇿 New Zealand and 🇺🇸 the United States to share their perspectives on the importance of Agri-Food-Tech. 🤝🌍 California and New Zealand are at the forefront of specialty food production and are committed to building climate-smart, resilient, and sustainable food systems. This webinar is an opportunity to learn about the latest technologies and on-farm practices to help growers increase economic and environmental benefits while addressing climate challenges. 🌎🌿

🌸🌺🌼 With the arrival of spring, we're taking a moment to appreciate the wonders of nature and the incredible role pollinators play in our ecosystem. Our honey story is a celebration of the beauty and diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand, and the passion and practices of our bee guardians who care for our bees and their environment 🌿 🍯🐝🌺🌸 #NZHoney #BeeGuardians #Sustainability #SpringVibe

Did you know New Zealand and the United States have a thriving cultural exchange? From music to movies and even TV shows, our two countries have been influencing each other's creative industries for decades! We're looking forward to seeing what's next. 🎬🎶🌏

Happy International Women's Day from New Zealand in the USA

🎉 Happy International Women's Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of women all around the world 💪 including the wāhine representing Aotearoa New Zealand. We acknowledge the work you do, both visible and unseen, to advance gender equality and create a better future. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa! As we gear up for the ⚽ FIFA Women's World Cup, let's take a moment to recognise the amazing women who are breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. 👩‍🦱👩🏿‍🦰🌎 And let's get ready to cheer on our favourite teams at the FIFA Women's World Cup. Let's go! 💪🏼👏🏼🙌🏼 #InternationalWomensDay #FIFAWomensWorldCup #BreakingBarriers #ChangingTheGame