About us
Experts in psychological, cultural, and diagnostic assessments.
What we do
CulturalWise is an independent assessment and report writing organisation with one of the largest and most diverse teams of qualified experts in New Zealand. We provide objective, evidence-based psychological, cultural, and diagnostic reports across a wide range of contexts.
Our team works with the Public Defence Service, legal aid lawyers and criminal defence counsel, and private practitioners to support fairer, more informed outcomes in the justice system, including sentencing, fitness to stand trial, and insanity assessments.
Beyond the courtroom, we also prepare diagnostic assessments for education and university entrance (such as ADHD, autism, and learning evaluations), as well as psychological reports for immigration, visas, and employment-related purposes.
We combine structured and unstructured psychological interviewing methodologies to uncover authentic, compelling narratives and to ensure each report is thorough, accurate, and culturally sensitive. Our commitment to excellence helps decision-makers understand each individual's background, context, and needs in a fair and meaningful way.
Our philosophy
We are dedicated to producing the most accurate, authentic, and impactful reports by combining industry best practices, evidence-based methodologies, and continuous professional development for our team.
We believe that only reports prepared with the highest level of cultural competence, clinical expertise, and sensitivity can truly support fair and informed decision-making, whether in courts, education, immigration, or employment settings.
Our reports empower decision-makers to understand each individual in a nuanced, contextually grounded way. They support rehabilitation and reintegration where appropriate, protect community interests, and ensure outcomes are based on reliable, corroborated information, never on speculation or unsupported claims.
Through this commitment, we help create fairer, more equitable outcomes for individuals and communities alike.
Our founder, Mingze discovered the societal need for credible s 27 cultural reports during his time as a Judges' Clerk with the Ministry of Justice. Driven by his passion for equal justice and cultural diversity, CulturalWise was incorporated.