As New Zealand becomes increasingly diverse it is important that New Zealand Police recruit and maintain a service that reflects this diversity.
A recruitment event will be held in Canterbury on Saturday 16 July and people of all ethnicities and from all walks of life are invited to come along if they are interested in considering police as a career.
“New Zealand Police recognises the value of diversity throughout its ranks, and has a strong focus on ensuring its people reflect the communities they serve as much as possible,” said Canterbury District Commander Superintendent John Price.
Currently 11.2% of Police officers in the Canterbury district identify with an ethnicity that isn’t European. This is made up of 7.6% Māori, 1.8% Pacific, 1.2% Asian and 0.6% recorded as other.
To ensure police remains responsive to the needs of all New Zealanders the organisation seeks to recruit a broad base of young New Zealanders, in particular women, and Māori, Pasifika, Indian, African and Asian people who are motivated to help their communities.
“Police are looking for a diverse range of applicants with different backgrounds and skill sets, and this is reflected in the diversity and calibre of people that come through the training and recruitment process,” said Superintendent Price.
For more information on joining NZ Police visit www.newcops.co.nz.
Recruitment event details:
Date: Saturday 16 July
Time: 1-3pm
Venue: Chinese Education and Culture Centre (Rewi Alley School, 32 A Matipo Street, Riccarton, Christchurch)
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Issued by Police Media Centre