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We accelerate Aotearoa’s social and economic prosperity by working in strategic partnership with leaders.
Why
Partner?
We provide tools, connections, and expertise to advance diverse, inclusive, and future-ready leadership across all sectors.
Miles Hurrell, CEO, Fonterra
“You, Me, Us Together – Tātou, Tātou means everyone can be themselves and at their best.”
Julie Raue, Non-Executive Director
“The Champions for Change network of business leaders is showing New Zealand and the world what bold future thinking and strategic leadership looks like.”
Amanda Whiting, CEO, IAG
“Normalising flexibility… helps to remove barriers for people from all backgrounds.”
Jolie Hodson, CEO, Spark
“Ko te whāinga kia hāpai te ahurea ahurei o Aotearoa whānui ki te ao, i āta ngākau – we are determined to uplift our unique culture of wider Aotearoa New Zealand to the world and secure it.”
Antonia Watson, CEO, ANZ
“Being inclusive is far from being a ‘nice to do’, or a corporate window dressing, but mission critical to all businesses in New Zealand...Building more equitable and inclusive businesses, communities and countries is for everyone’s benefit. A path to growth, increased productivity and prosperity for us all.”
Roger Grey, CEO, Port of Auckland
“The reason we are doing this is because it's commercially sensible to do so. if you've not got a workforce that reflects your customer base your missing out on commercial opportunities. Fairness and equity in the workplace is just good business.”
All our partners are invited to join the Champions for Change network of 80 CEOs and Chairs spanning 62 organisations and over 170,000 employees across all sectors – together shaping leadership and redefining business success through DE&I
QUARTERLY SUMMITS FOR CEOs & CHAIRS
Exclusive forums where CEOs and Chairs connect, collaborate, and shape the future of champion leadership.
Future Dates: 17 March 2026 – 25 June 2026 – 3 Sept 2026 – 25 Nov 2026
QUARTERLY SUMMITS FOR CPOs
Set the agenda for leadership and people practices by accessing cutting-edge insights and tailored support.
Quarterly CPO Summits – opportunity to collaborate, co-design and curate.
PRACTICAL, IMPLEMENTABLE SOLUTIONS
Champions develop and can access practical tools, delivering real DEI progress. Backed by network-wide results, Champions shape and use solutions like 40:40:20, transparent pay reporting, and progressive leave frameworks – providing implementable pathways for measurable change.
REGULAR ONLINE MASTERCLASSES
Focused sessions on key People & Culture topics — sharing insights, trends, and practical ideas to uplift capability and support your teams.
LET'S CONNECT
Interested in exploring a partnership with us?
Contact our Head of Partnerships and Engagement, Pippa Grey:
pippa.grey@globalwomen.org.nz
Partnering for impact with New Zealand’s most influential leadership ecosystem.
Contact us
- Level 5, 53 Fort Street, Auckland CBD
- PO Box 568, Shortland Street, Auckland 1140
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