新西兰“尽我所能，为社区做贡献！”这名NZ华人学生的故事，令人鼓舞！

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    你对医院的印象是什么样的呢？ 冰冷、压抑又或是缺少生机？ 但在七月伊始，奥克兰的一家医院的新大楼内， 竟有一个被绿植覆盖的 大型室内疗愈花园。 这一面积达400平的绿色空间 为患者和医护人员提供了一个疗愈身心的环境。 疗愈花园内的演奏家。网记者摄 而在这一疗愈花园的背后 是一名华人男孩、一个慈善机构和一群人的努力。 这名华人男孩尽管只是名高中生，却已栖身慈善事业多年。 “我希望尽我所能，帮助那些需要关怀的病人、老人和他们的家人。” “我要通过自身的努力，积极影响身边的人，参与到公益事业中…...” Zhaoze Jiang (Jax)，是一名出生在中国苏州的男孩，在他12岁时来到新西兰定居，积极融入当地的社区。当下就读于奥克兰北岸Pinehurst学校的他与慈善机构Well Foundation结缘，积极参与志愿者活动、开展募捐，力所能及为这个社区做贡献。 他和公益事业的渊源，要从他的家庭讲起...... Jax在疗愈花园。 网记者摄 "Doing My Best to Contribute to the Community!" The Inspiring Story of This NZ Chinese Student What are your thoughts on hospitals?  Do they seem cold, oppressive, or lacking vitality? However, at the beginning of July, inside a new building at an Auckland hospital, there exists a large indoor healing garden adorned with green plants. This 400-square-meter green space offers patients and healthcare workers a soothing environment for both body and mind. Behind the establishment of this Healing Garden lies the efforts of a Chinese boy, a charitable organization, and a dedicated group of individuals.  Despite being a high school student, the Chinese boy has been actively involved in charity work for many years.  "I aim to assist patients in palliative care, the elderly, and their families in every way possible." he explains. "Through my efforts, I aspire to positively impact those around me and engage in public welfare activities." Zhaoze Jiang (Jax), originally from Suzhou, China, has been living in New Zealand since the age of 12 and is well-integrated into the local community. He is currently a high school student at Pinehurst School in the north of Auckland and has aligned himself with the Well Foundation charity organization. He engages in volunteer activities, spearheads fundraising campaigns, and strives to contribute as much as possible to his community. His dedication to charitable endeavors is rooted in his family background： 从苏州到奥克兰：Jax的公益之路 Jax成长在一个“公益之家”，自幼与父母在中国参加志愿者活动的他，有着对社会问题的强烈专注，和对弱势群体的关心。 2018年，Jax的外公外婆因为思念Jax一家，同时也希望在晚年能够与女儿和孙子更近一些，于是办理了来新西兰的团聚签证。但最终因语言障碍和文化冲突，不得不反乡养老。 “我和外公外婆感情深厚，他们的离开对我造成了极大的冲击。我开始关心新西兰的老年人问题，特别是对那些语言不通、没有当地文化归属感的移民老人。”Jax说。 尽管学业繁忙，Jax给自己制定详细的日程计划；在保证完成学业的前提下，积极参与当地养老院和临终关怀机构的志愿活动。  “我发现，我和新西兰在关爱老年人的社会价值观上不谋而合。”他在欣喜之余，更加深入探索着新西兰存在着一些社会问题。 孤单，无助，是Jax在新西兰当地养老院做志愿者时与一名中国老人对话中感受到了无奈。 “许多移民老人因语言障碍产生了孤独感，我能感受到他们对于归属感的渴望。他们和我的外公外婆一样，是移民老人社会问题下的缩影，我想帮助他们。”Jax对于社区中老年人问题的关注，也成为了他参与疗愈花园项目的契机。 疗愈花园（The Healing Garden）是慈善机构Well Foundation所募捐建造的一个大型室内花园。 Well Foundation的CEO Ruth Morse对此项目介绍道：“无论是患者、家属又或是医务人员，在常规医院的环境内是紧张和压抑的。在医院内建造一个疗愈花园，不仅创造了一个生机勃勃的绿色空间，还能缓解患者和医务人员的紧张感。” Jax在疗愈花园。 网记者摄  From Suzhou to Auckland: Jax's Charity Journey Jax grew up in a "charitable family," actively engaging in volunteer activities in China with his parents from a young age. He developed a strong focus on social issues and a compassionate attitude towards vulnerable groups. In 2018, Jax's grandparents, longing for Jax and his family and hoping to be closer to their daughter and grandsons in their later years, applied for a family reunification visa to New Zealand. However, they faced language barriers and cultural conflicts here, and had to return to their hometown for retirement. "The departure of my grandparents had a profound impact on me. We shared a deep bond," Jax said. "It prompted me to become concerned about the challenges elderly people face in New Zealand, particularly immigrant seniors dealing with language barriers and a lack of cultural integration." Despite his demanding academic schedule, Jax meticulously organized his daily routines. Alongside fulfilling his academic responsibilities, he actively participated in volunteer activities at retirement homes and hospices. "I discovered that New Zealand's societal values regarding elderly care resonate deeply with my own beliefs." he reflected, expressing his delight in delving deeper into societal issues prevalent in New Zealand. In his volunteer work at a local retirement home, Jax empathised with his feelings of loneliness and helplessness during a conversation with an elderly Chinese individual. "Many immigrant seniors feel isolated due to language barriers, and I could feel their desire for a sense of belonging. Like my grandparents, they are a microcosm of the issues faced by immigrant seniors in society, and I want to help them." Jax said his concern for elderly issues in the community, also became a reason for him to participate in the Healing Garden project. The Healing Garden is a large indoor garden built with donations from the charity organisation Well Foundation. Ruth Morse, CEO of the Well Foundation, explained the project: "Whether patients, family members, or medical staff, the environment in regular hospitals is often tense and oppressive. Building the Healing Garden within the hospital not only creates a vibrant green space but also helps alleviate the stress of patients and healthcare workers." 与Well Foundation结缘：从个人到团队合作 疫情期间，Jax跟随父母在奥克兰的医院做义工，在这期间他与Well Foundation结缘。 Jax参与Well Foundation募捐的首个项目是家族病房（Whānau Family Rooms），其致力于在医院内为重病患者或需要临终关怀的患者，提供更为舒适的空间。 “这些患者需要一个独立的空间接受特殊的治疗，同时这些患者也格外需要亲人的陪伴。Whānau Family Rooms便为这些患者提供了这样一个包含独立治疗和亲人陪伴的空间，这是个非常有意义的项目。”Jax与Well Foundation对其理念不谋而合。 长期在养老院和临终关怀机构当志愿者的Jax深知心理疾病对老年人和病患的负面影响，因此他急切希望能够为这些群体提供更多帮助。在深入了解Well Foundation的募捐项目后，他自愿参与了另一个有益于改善患者心理健康的项目——疗愈花园（Healing Garden）。 “孤独和压力是导致心理疾病的重要原因，无论是在养老院的老年人还是在医院的病患，都需要一个绿色空间来改善心情、缓解压力。”Jax从过去的志愿者经历中汲取经验，并进行反思。  正是通过参与疗愈花园募捐，Jax与Well Foundation建立了更深厚的联系。从独立个体变为团队一员，Jax与Well Foundation志同道合。他通过与Well Foundation的相处中领悟到团队合作的重要性，并为此推动了他的个人力量。 坚定和热忱，是Jax与Well Foundation深入合作后，对待公益事业的两个关键词。“我们每个人都是有能力为我们生存的社区做贡献，无论大小，只要参与其中，都会带来正向且积极的影响。” 在与Well Foundation的合作中，Jax也有了更多思考。而他的公益举措，也得到了“官方”的认可。 “像Jax这样的年轻人加入公益事业，让我看到我们社区未来的希望。”Ruth对Jax有关公益事业的热情表示赞叹。 Jax参与疗愈花园募捐。 网记者摄 Becoming Connected with the Well Foundation: From Individual to Team Collaboration During the pandemic, Jax volunteered with his parents at a hospital in Auckland, where he became acquainted with the Well Foundation. The Whānau Family Rooms is Jax's first project with the Well Foundation, which aims to provide a more comfortable space for palliative care patients within the hospital. "Palliative care patients need a separate space for specialised treatment, while also requiring the presence of their loved ones. The Whānau Family Rooms offer exactly that—a space that combines independent treatment with the comfort of family presence. This project holds significant meaning," shared Jax, whose ideals resonated with those of the Well Foundation. Having volunteered extensively at retirement homes and hospices, Jax was acutely aware of the detrimental effects of loneliness and stress on elderly individuals and patients. Thus, he eagerly sought to offer more assistance to these groups. After gaining a deeper understanding of the Well Foundation's fundraising projects, he voluntarily joined another initiative aimed at improving patients' mental well-being—the Healing Garden. "Loneliness and stress are major contributors to mental health issues, affecting both the elderly in retirement homes and patients in hospitals. They require green spaces to uplift their spirits and alleviate stress," reflected Jax, drawing from his past volunteer experiences. Through his involvement in fundraising for the Healing Garden, Jax forged a deeper connection with the Well Foundation. Transitioning from an individual contributor to a team member, Jax found common ground with the foundation. His collaboration with the Well Foundation underscored the importance of teamwork, empowering his endeavors. Determination and passion are the two key elements that define Jax's approach to charitable work in his extended collaboration with the Well Foundation. "Each of us could contribute to our community, regardless of scale. Any involvement can bring about positive and meaningful impacts," he emphasized during his collaboration with the Well Foundation. "People like Jax, who dedicate themselves to charity at a young age, give me hope for the future of our community," expressed Ruth. 公益事业对华社正产生积极影响 6月30日，Jax与家人一同前往了由Well Foundation举办的北岸医院大楼Tōtara Haumaru开幕仪式。站在自己所参与募捐的疗愈花园（Healing Garden）内，Jax感概万分。 “在疗愈花园里，我感受到大自然带来的宁静，看着生机勃勃的绿植，我身心放松，压力缓解。看到我所参与募捐的项目一一落成，除去感动，我也更加坚定了今后对参与公益事业持之以恒的心。”Jax感慨。 Ruth也在疗愈花园内表达了不仅对于Well Foundation团队的感激，也同时致谢如Jax和Jax一家这样积极投入于公益项目募捐的年轻人和家庭。 “这些项目能够一一落成，不能归功于一个个体，而是所有参与其中的个人、家庭和组织的功劳，我们的社区也因这些努力而变得更好。” Jax见证了他的努力对这个社区所带来的积极影响，不论是疗愈花园的建成还是家族病房的投入使用，他对此感到自豪：“当我看着眼前我参与募捐的项目逐一落成，我无比激动和欣喜。我真切地感受到，我的努力正在改变这个社区。” Jax和他的家人在活动尾声，与Ruth一同参观了在7月1日正式投入使用的家族病房。 “我认为参与公益事业是需要持之以恒，并且年轻人也应当投入于公益事业。这不仅益于个人的成长，也能让增加我们对所生活社区的了解。 Jax表示，他将邀请Ruth来到他就读的高中进行演讲，鼓励更多像他一样的年轻人加入到公益事业中。 “一人的力量随渺小，但将个人力量凝聚，就能创造出无限的可能性。”他说。 Jax与家人在家族病房内合照。 网记者摄 The Positive Impact of Public Welfare Intiatives on Chinese Community On June 30th, Jax and his family attended the opening of the Tōtara Haumaru building at North Shore Hospital hosted by the Well Foundation. Standing within the Healing Garden he contributed to, Jax was deeply moved. "In the Healing Garden, I feel the tranquility brought by nature. Watching the vibrant greenery, my mind and body relax, and my stress eases. Seeing each of the projects I participated in fundraising for come to fruition, besides being touched, it strengthens my commitment to consistently engage in philanthropic activities in the future," Jax reflected. Ruth also expressed gratitude within the Healing Garden, not only for the Well Foundation team but also extended thanks to young people and families like Jax's who actively contribute to fundraising for public welfare projects. "These projects come to fruition not solely due to individual efforts but due to the contributions of all individuals, families, and organizations involved. Our community has become better because of these efforts," Ruth shared. Jax witnessed the positive impact his efforts have brought to the community, whether it's the completion of the Healing Garden or the opening of the Family Rooms for patient care. He feels proud of this accomplishment: "As I watch each of the projects, I fundraised for come to fruition, I am filled with excitement and joy. I genuinely feel that my efforts are changing this community." At the end of the event, Jax and his family joined Ruth in visiting the Family Rooms, which officially opened on July 1st. "I believe that engaging in charitable work requires persistence, and young people should also be involved in the activities. This not only benefits personal growth but also increases our understanding of the communities we live in. Jax expressed with excitement that he would invite Ruth to come to his high school for a speech, encouraging more young people like himself to join charitable works. 'The power of one person may seem small, but when individual efforts are consolidated, they can create infinite possibilities.'" 走进公益生活：参与慈善，改善社区  Ruth Morse是一位长期致力于公益事业的女性。在成为Well Foundation的CEO前，她将精力投入于以帮助改善医院环境和设备为主的慈善活动中。看到越来越多像Jax一样的年轻人加入公益事业，Ruth对社区的未来充满希望。 “年轻人是改善社区未来的重要组成部分之一，当更多的年轻人加入公益募捐和志愿者活动，我们的社区一定会变得更好。” Ruth认为，当年轻人参与慈善活动可以让他们感受到自身对生活的掌控力，同时形成为社区美好发展做出的贡献意识。就像Jax一样，他能够真切地感受到自己的努力正为这个社区做出改变，并因此感到愉悦。 Jax与Ruth在疗愈花园内交谈。 网记者摄 与此同时，华人社群对新西兰慈善事业的参与，也是促进社区进步的一大关键。包括高中生Jax和Well Foundation CEO Ruth在内的许多个人及组织都在积极参与公益活动，并鼓励着更多华人参与其中。 “不论是参加志愿者活动或者募捐，来自更多社群的人和组织加入到慈善事业，都是对改善我们所生活的社区的一大帮助。当越多人关心慈善事业，我们的社区才会变得越来越好。” 对于Jax这样的公益行为， 你有什么样的评价呢？ 你是否也参与过公益活动呢，将你的经历分享给菌吧~ Entering the World of Public Welfare: Participating in Charity to Improve Communities Ruth Morse has devoted herself to charity work for many years. Before becoming CEO of the Well Foundation, she directed her efforts toward charitable initiatives focused on enhancing hospital environments and facilities. Witnessing more young people, such as Jax, getting involved in charity work fills Ruth with optimism for the community's future. "Young people play a vital role in shaping our community's future. As more of them engage in charity fundraising and volunteer activities, our community will undoubtedly thrive." Ruth believes that when young people participate in charitable endeavors, they experience a sense of empowerment and develop a commitment to contributing positively to their community's growth. Similar to Jax, they can genuinely feel that their efforts are effecting meaningful change and derive joy from their contributions. Meanwhile, the involvement of the Chinese community in New Zealand's charity sector is also a significant key to promoting community progress. Many individuals and organizations, including high school student Jax and Well Foundation CEO Ruth, actively participate in charity activities and encourage more Chinese people to get involved. "Whether it's volunteering or donating, the participation of more communities and organisations in charitable work is crucial for improving the communities we live in. The more people care about charity, the better our communities will become." -->