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Honouring Ramadan | In a Peaceful Land
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, communities around the world prepare for a period of deep reflection, compassion, and connection.
Chinese New Year | The Malaysian Chinese Way
Chinese New Year is widely celebrated across Southeast Asia.
Welcome the Lunar New Year | A Time of Joy, Culture, and New Beginnings!
Celebrate the magic of the Lunar New Year—also known as Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival.
Post-training Support | Join Our Cross-Cultural Community of Practice!
In 2025, eCALD® Services introduced a permanent post-training support programme for learners, known as the Cross-cultural Community of Practice Support (CCPS).
Japanese New Year | Oshōgatsu
Since the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1873, January 1st has been celebrated as the official Japanese New Year and is considered the most important annual holiday in the country.
Christmas Cheer | “Christmassy” Philippines
Christmas isn’t just a holiday in the Philippines—it’s the biggest and most anticipated celebration of the year!
Christmas Cheer | Different Countries, Different Cheers
Pōhotukawa trees are blooming. Christmas trees and decorations are up. Santa parades are held far and wide.
Multi-talented Sinhala and Tamil Interpreter and translator | Ruzaika Arshad
Ruzaika Arshad, originally from Sri Lanka, migrated to New Zealand in 2003 with her husband and two children.
Dedicated Certified Farsi/Persian and Dari Translator and Interpreter | Behnaz Dolatshahy
From a young age, Behnaz Dolatshahy has been guided by two passions: dance & music and languages.
Bridging Cultures Through Language | Amie Se’s Role as a Chin Haka Interpreter
Amie, originally from Myanmar, a country home to around 50 languages and countless dialects and sub-dialects, is a professional Burmese and Chin Haka interpreter.
A Lifetime of Service | Aunty Priscilla’s Journey of Compassion and Community
Priscilla Dawson, affectionately known as Aunty Priscilla, is a well-known figure not only in Auckland but across Aotearoa New Zealand.
The Art of Interpreting | Voice of the Expert
Language barriers are a commonly identified challenge among health practitioners in New Zealand.