by Man Hau Liev and Rosa Chhun
Most Cambodians came as refugees fleeing the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge. Rebuilding their lives was a difficult process – there were setbacks as they plunged into the language and culture of a new country, as well as opportunities. Although one of the smaller ethnic communities in New Zealand, Cambodians are becoming increasingly visible. Groups of all ages sing and dance in cultural festivals, and foster their language, Khmer, and their religion, Theravada Buddhism.
Main image: Folk dancers
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