Vision

All Chinese living in NZ become guardians of the environment in their daily life to create a sustainable future for generations to come.

Mission

To promote environmental protection aspirations (through waste minimisation and climate change initiatives) that foster a sense of belonging to NZ through (activities) that engage, educate, and encourage action of the Chinese communities living in Auckland.

Who we are

The purpose of Chinese Conservation Education Trust (CCET) is to foster a love and understanding of New Zealand’s special places, plants and animals. We are a group of individuals dedicated to bring conservation and environmental protection idea to the Chinese living in New Zealand.

Why this is important

The Trust’s work is vital. The Auckland region’s population is expected to double in the next 50 years and will be strongly multicultural. This growth and diversity of cultures will put huge pressures on the values New Zealanders place on open spaces and special conservation and environmental areas. Already many areas of coastline are bare of shellfish and fish numbers are decreasing in the harbours. The Trust is working continuously and tirelessly to educate the New Zealand Chinese on conservation and environmental protection and to foster their contribution to a sustainable future for generations to come.

Objectives

The objectives of the Chinese Conservation Education Trust are:

• To work with government agents to educate the general Chinese public living in New Zealand about conservation and environment protection through activities
• To enhance relationship and understanding between the Chinese and the mainstream, subsequently create the sense of beginning community and harmony

CCET Logo

CCET’s logo is designed by one of the trustees, Kenneth Wang. The green background of the logo, with NZ natural icons, represents NZ environment. The breaking portion at the bottom right corner indicates the tender nature of our environment is at risk. The solid words CCET and the full name of the Trust around the logo represent the solidarity and determination of Chinese communities to take action to protect and to rebuild this beautiful environment of NZ. The simple yet distinctive square shape of the logo is designed for easily recognition across social and cultural spectrum. The logo is designed for the suitability of a wide range of applications.