ABOUT US

Graduate Women NZ promoting 'Peace' and 'Women's Empowerment' through Education and Advocacy.

OUR BRANCHES, PURPOSE, CONSTITUTION & EXECUTIVE TEAM

Graduate Women New Zealand was formed in 1921. We have three branches Wellington, Manawatu and Otago and an Independent Members Network. Our purpose is to empower women through education. We work in collaboration with other agencies advocating for Gender Equality, Fair Representation and Peace in NZ and worldwide. Through our relationship with Graduate Women International we are consultants to the United Nations and its related agencies. To find our more about our amazing work, and to become a Graduate Women member check out the links below. Click here to read our GWNZ Constitution

Click to Meet our GWNZ Executive We support our branches and Graduate Women International via our advocacy work, promoting gender equality and empowerment through education.
TE WHANGANUI TARA : GRADUATE WOMEN WELLINGTON located in NZ's Capital City and is supported by Victoria University. Click GWW for News, Events & Membership Information
GRADUATE WOMEN MANAWATŪ is located in Palmerston North and is supported by Massey University. Click here for Membership, Funding & GWM News & Events
GRADUATE WOMEN OTAGO: ŌTĀKOU is located in Dunedin and is supported by Otago University. Click here for Membership, Funding & GWO News & Events
GWNZ'S INDEPENDENT MEMBERS NETWORK offers women an online space for knowledge sharing and social connection. Click here for Membership, Funding, & Events information

GRADUATE WOMEN NZ - THINK. ACT. CONNECT.

THINK

We believe in the power of education. That’s why we support women in their pursuit of knowledge.

WE OFFER:

Access to scholarships
Opportunity to develop your leadership, decision making and governance skills
Expand your mind and horizons. Access opportunities for life-long learning.

ACT

GWNZ advocates for women’s rights. The work we do is an influential force for positive change.

WE OFFER:

Raise your awareness and understanding of issues impacting women
Join other women to advocate for women’s right to education
Be an active citizen – help develop initiatives that support women.

CONNECT

We provide a platform for graduate women to share ideas, information and broaden their network.

WE OFFER:

Access to mentors who can help you grow and achieve your goals
Access to local, national and international events
Access to the global Graduate Women network
The opportunity to grow your network and collaborate with other women.

CLICK FOR BRANCH, NEWS/EVENTS, MEMBERSHIP & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

HOW WE WORK! OUR STRUCTURE & MISSION

Graduate Women Branch Charitable Trusts

Graduate Women New Zealand Charitable Trust

Regional branches

Branches and the Independent Members Network undertake advocacy projects and connect women within their local community. Charitable Trusts are social enterprises associated with each branch.

Graduate Women New Zealand

GWNZ is the national body which provides leadership and the space for branches to grow and flourish. GWNZ Charitable Trust provides scholarships and awards for tertiary studies. These are funded by GWNZ Branches and associated charitable trusts.

Graduate Women International

GWNZ is affiliated to Graduate Women International (GWI). GWI is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) of over 150,000 women university graduates from 78 national federations and association worldwide. It has consultative status with the United Nations.

Advocacy for women and their access to education. Our work is both global and national in reach.

JOIN GRADUATE WOMEN NZ AND BECOME PART OF A GLOBAL NETWORK

Graduate Women New Zealand works closely with other Graduate Women across the globe, together we are working on making a significant impact in the lives of women worldwide. Join GWNZ today, become part of a global network of 'like-minded' academics and help us in our mission to improve the lives of women and girls.

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