Kōtaha: wāhine toa
Profiles of women role models in New Zealand's public sector
GWN celebrates women's achievements and vital contributions in the public sector.
In this section we share stories of wāhine toa who inspire, motivate, and challenge us. We're always looking for suggestions of women role models in the public sector whose stories we can share. If you know someone who could be profiled please get in touch.
Patricia Reade: drive and determination
Auckland Council's Interim Chief Executive, Patricia Reade, very kindly sat down with Auckland GWN to talk about her impressive career, how she navigated her career path and the challenges she’s faced both personally and professionally
Caroline Neame: forging a path from PA to Senior Investigator
Caroline is a Senior Investigator in the Censorship Unit at the Department of Internal Affairs in Wellington. In her role she ensures New Zealanders are kept safe from harmful exposure to objectionable material.
Victoria Metcalf: science, strategy and support
A chat with Victoria Metcalf – National Coordinator, Participatory Science in the Office of the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor/Kaitohutohu Mātanga Pūtaiao Matua ki te Pirimia