THE ANSAAR PROJECT

To create a community where every refugee and asylum seeker is welcomed with dignity, supported with compassion, and empowered to rebuild their lives with faith, belonging, and hope.

Our mission is to stand with refugees and asylum seekers as they navigate displacement, trauma, and uncertainty—offering practical support and spiritual care in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Through this project, we aim to:
  • Provide essential support, including food, clothing, and emergency assistance for newly arrived individuals and families;
  • Offer a listening ear and emotional support, recognising the pain of loss, disconnection, and starting over;
  • Facilitate access to language classes, legal aid, and integration opportunities, helping refugees find stability and confidence;
  • Foster a sense of belonging and community, connecting newcomers with local families, volunteers, and mentors;
  • Promote dignity and empowerment, not dependency—encouraging refugees to use their skills, voices, and experiences for good;
  • Support the Nelson 2034 vision by building a community where no one is treated as an outsider—and where faith, justice, and mercy shape how we welcome and walk with the most vulnerable.

Core services

Spiritual Wellbeing

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Social Wellbeing

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Mental Wellbeing

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Economic Wellbeing

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