ANZAC Tour Reflection 2014
Pearl of the Islands Foundation organized a reflection day to allow students, teachers and parents to share their experiences following the 2-week long 2014 ANZAC Study Tour. PIF director Taner Basar began with an introductory speech thanking the families...
Human Rights Commission proud to back peace call from Kiwi interfaith leaders
Human Rights Commission has published a press release praising Kiwi Interfaith leaders. As one of the principle platforms of PIF is Intercultural Dialogue, we are very supportive of this statement. The full passage is as follows: The Human Rights...
Ramadan Food Parcel Campaign 2014
During the month of Ramadan, PIF was very active in helping out the people of the community, especially those in need. This year, the Turkish community continued its annual food parcel campaign. With the help of Kimse Yok Mu?...
Academia Iftar Dinner 2014
The Pearl of the Islands Foundation hosted an Iftar dinner during Ramadan for academics at the Pearl Centre in Newmarket. PIF officials, board members, academics and volunteers attended the program. The Turkish based foundation was introduced to guests who...
Turkish Classes at PIF!
We will begin to provide Turkish classes at our Pearl Centre in Newmarket. Please get in contact with us if you are interested or would like more information.
PIF visits Governor-General
PIF representatives, board members and students who participated in the 2014 ANZAC study tour visited Governor-General of New Zealand Hon. Sir Jerry Mateparae at his office. The Governor-General had a chat with the students who went to Turkey to...
PIF 2014 ANZAC Study Tour
Pearl of the Islands Foundation organised its annual ANZAC study tour that saw 8 students from Manurewa and Papatoetoe as well as 5 teaching staff attend the 2 week tour. The group began their journey in Istanbul by visiting...
Cultural Activities – Coffee
Anatolia Language & Cultural Center of PIF organized the first of six Cultural Activity Days. Hosts Numan Demirbas and Hafsa Demirbas spoke about what is used when making Turkish coffee, how it is made and why Turkish people love...