Launch of Southern Government Women’s Network
GWN now has a presence in the South Island after the launch of the Southern GWN in Christchurch.
New Chief Science Advisor appointed
Professor Juliet Gerrard has been appointed as the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor.
Dr Michelle Dickinson speaks on Believing in Yourself
Auckland GWN hosted Dr Michelle Dickinson for a breakfast meeting at the Ellen Melville Centre on International Women’s Day.
Survey of Government Women's Networks 2017
The results of the survey of Government Women's Networks are now available.
International Women's Day 2018 celebrations
International Women’s Day on 8 March 2018 was celebrated proudly by women and their supporters globally with a huge array of events.
Dame Patsy Reddy's International Women's Day speech at Parliament
Dame Patsy Reddy talked about a ‘gathering mood for change’ and a need to continue the momentum started by the courageous women that came before us.
Recordings of recent events with Microsoft Executives in Wellington
The Government Women’s Network in Wellington had the opportunity to hear from women in executive roles at Microsoft.
Women of Influence Awards 2017 - winner and finalists
Congratulations to all the public service women who were finalists. l
Parental Leave in the Public Sector research completed
The Ministry for Women together with the Treasury have now completed their research into parental leave in the public service and the experiences of parents, HR policies and practice.
Naomi Ferguson, 2016 Woman of Influence Winner
The Women of Influence Programme is designed to identify, recognise and celebrate the 100 most influential women shaping New Zealand. GWN nominated Naomi for her work in championing the birth of GWN.