What we're about

We connect women’s networks, shares information, resources, event information to inspire and empower women to achieve their potential.

  • Connect women and networks.
  • Support networks starting up.
  • Share information, resources and events.
  • Share relevant messages from government and State Services Commission.
  • Hold events to acknowledge significant dates eg, International Women’s Day, Suffrage 125.
  • Work with other networks to hold events.
  • Share event information and encourage participation.
  • Develop resources for sharing.
  • Connect with private sector women’s networks.
  • Provide a voice for public sector women.
  • Partner with the Women in Public Sector Summit organisers to deliver this event in Wellington and Auckland.

Why you should join us?

Expanded professional network.

Regular e-newsletters including information about:

  • relevant Government policies, initiatives, hui, consultations, submissions
  • resources (eg, toolkits, templates, video links)
  • professional development and networking events
  • professional development opportunities (eg, leadership, mentoring, speaking, courses)
  • networks and news about women.

Upcoming Events

  • Feb 12

    Imposter Syndrome

    Dr Rebecca Hemmingson will lead a session to help us understand imposter syndrome and give some tips on how to reframe our beliefs.

    Ministry of Justice Rooms KS 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
    Aitken Street
    Wellington
    1pm - 2pm
    Free

    Type of event: Lunch and learn

    BYO lunch

    Dress code: Work attire

    Guest speaker: 

    Dr Rebecca Hemmingson

    Remix Coaching & Consulting

    remixcoaching.co.nz

    We have 25 places available for non-Ministry of Justice people.

    RSVP: Email womensnetwork@justice.govt.nz to secure a place.

    Contact womensnetwork@justice.govt.nz for any queries.

Your Network Representatives

  • Liz Chin

    Interim Programme Director, Government Women’s Network

  • Ruth Bromley

    Engagement and Secretariat Advisor, Government Women’s Network

  • Joanne Hacking

    Chair, Auckland Government Women’s Network

  • Claire Richardson

    Coordinator, Government Women’s Network

  • Karen Petrie

    Chair, South Island Government Women’s Network

  • Emma Costigan

    Working group member, South Island Government Women’s Network

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