The documentary, funded by a Community Development Fund from the Ministry of Ethnic Communities and produced by Asian Family Services, aims to provide insight into overcoming life challenges and adversity growing up as an ethnic person in New Zealand. Kelly Feng, Chief Executive of Asian Family Services, says the documentary gives hope to young people who might struggle with their identity. According to the 2018 Census, it is estimated that 153,400 people aged between 0 - 14 years, and 39,366 people aged 15 - 39 years, identified as Asian. "Ethnically diverse people who grow up in New Zealand possess multiple language skills, cultural worldviews, and knowledge," she says. "The talented people we’ve showcased in the video make a significant contribution to New Zealand, hold multiple worldviews and are true Kiwis."

Source: Stuff September 14, 2022 00:16 UTC