Community Groups
Napier Friendship Force
FFI is a world-wide network of clubs whose mission is to promote global understanding across the barriers that separate people.
We do this by connecting with people from other countries at a personal level; by opening our homes, sharing meals, conversations and the routines of daily life .
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Contact Details
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| Address | 7 Claridge Place |
| Suburb | Greenmeadows |
| City/Town | Napier 4112 |
| District Health Board Area | Hawke's Bay |
| Phone | (06) 845 3961 |
| Email | |
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Updated: 24 Mar 2008 |
Community Group Types
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| Community Organisations |
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Friendship Force is designed to increase cultural understanding between peoples across the world. By sharing a home for 5 - 7 days, here or overseas, lasting friendships are created, breaking down stereotypes and enhancing international awareness. |
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Updated: 2 Feb 2010 |
Description
The purpose of Friendship Force is to create understanding and respect between people of different cultures as a result of personal connections, besides being a great way to travel and see the world alongside fellow club members with similar interests.
Club members travel experiences are greatly enhanced through the medium of mutual home hosting.
The Napier Club is comprised of members from Napier, Taradale, Hastings, Havelock North and the surrounding area.
Club members meet in Taradale every two months.
Further details are available from the Club Secretary whose contact details appear on the Club Home Page.
For more detailed information regarding Friendship Force International go to:
www.thefriendshipforce.org
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Updated: 24 Mar 2008 |
Special Features
Changing the Way You See the World
For greater detail regarding this Worldwide Organisation please visit the following extremely comprehensive website:
www.thefriendshipforce.org
Explore * Understand * Serve |
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Updated: 13 Aug 2008 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
| English |
Yes |
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Updated: 24 Mar 2008 |
Companionship
| Companionship | Self Funded | Subsidised | After Hours | |
| Activities/Exercise Programme |
Negotiable |
No |
Yes |
Members meet once every two months, but are encouraged to meet more often socially.
Members are expected to home host whenever possible and take an active part in entertaining visitors.
All are encouraged to take part in overseas activities. |
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Updated: 13 Aug 2008 |
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