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Networking

We’re a network committed to the encouragement and support of women as leaders in the community.

Networking is our heart. We connect people that identify as women, particularly those working in the community sector, through in-person networking events. Coming together to meet others, discuss current issues, build confidence and form new professional relationships is what we are about.

Monthly Informal Breakfasts: Networking before MAHI

On the second Tuesday of every month (excluding January), we have an open invitation to women across Pōneke (Wellington) to join us at our informal networking breakfasts, known as Networking Before Mahi. Located at a variety of cafes across the city, these breakfasts are a great way for women to informally meet each other, share ideas and thoughts. There’s no agenda - come along, order whatever you want, and pay as you go! Check out our Facebook page to see where the next one will be…

Evening Events: Networking after Five

Two or three times a year, we organise evening events. In the past, we’ve had panel discussions, debates, film screenings and presentations, all with a focus on various aspects of women and their leadership journeys. Events aim to be low-cost for entry, enabling more to participate.

Online: Facebook & LinkedIn

projects:
women in the not-for-profit sector

Te Mana tu o te Wahine: Women as leaders in the community and voluntary sector

“Right now we are updating our 2012 research about those people that identify as women in the not-for-profit sector, to understand any changes 10 years on.

This final report will be sharedat the end of 2024.”

more information about our current research project

DOWNLOAD THE 2012 research report

Te Mana Tu o te Wahine: Women as Leaders in the Community and Voluntary Sector (2013)

past events

HOW GENDER DEVELOPMENT IMPACTS LEADERSHIP

Time: 5:30pm for networking and nibbles
Venue: BNZ, Level 1, Harbour Quays, 60 Waterloo Quay (opposite Railway Station), Wellington
Investment: $10 donation suggested

Enjoy a 30 minute documentary about insights into gender differences in the workplace.

The short doco features author of “Hardball for Women” Pat Heim and UCSD Athena’s June Chocheles, who shares insights into gender differences in the workplace and offers suggestions on how women can soar in male-dominated environments.

Facilitated discussion on themes raised will follow.

Kindly sponsored by BNZ – thank you!

THE VALUE OF MENTORING – PAYING IT FORWARD

Time: 5:30pm for networking and nibbles
Venue: Level 22, Bell Gully Partners Lounge, 171 Featherston St, Wellington (report to Level 21 reception)
Investment: No charge

Discussing the value of mentoring in leadership:

Her Worship, the Mayor Celia Wade-Brown
Holly Walker, MP for the Green Party of Aotearoa NZ
Cr. Bronwyn Kropp, Porirua City Council
Anna Kominic, Ideas Shop

Kindly sponsored by Bell Gull - thank you!

ARE WOMEN LEADERS DIFFERENT?

Time: 5:30pm for networking and nibbles, debate 6-7pm
Venue: Portrait Gallery, Shed 11, Wellington waterfront
Investment: $10 donation suggested, to assist with costs

What is unique about women leaders? How do we know? Are we really different?

Be part of a debate that commences with three women who are leaders in many aspects of community and professional life:

Joy Liddicoat has worked for more than twenty years across government, community, and business sectors, and focuses on human rights and international aid development.
Brenda Ratcliff has worked across government and community sectors, including as Director at the Office of the Community & Voluntary sector, and is now a facilitator and coach with Patillo Ltd.
Adjudicator: Radha Balakrishnan works for the Families Commission though has been active in the NGO sector at many levels.

A great opportunity hear from three accomplished female leaders in the social profit sector, but it is also a unique opportunity to view the current exhibition on at the Portrait Gallery: ‘All Woman: A modern portrait of New Zealand Women’ is a collection of photographic prints by Wellington photographer Bev Short, who has spent two years travelling throughout New Zealand capturing images of women who inspire her.