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Crimes Legislation changes welcome, but not enough
On June 10th, the Government addressed some major concerns in its update to the Crimes Legislation with regard to Stalking and Harassment. It's heartening to see some of the feedback to the Justice Select Committee have been incorporated and the requirements for convictable evidence have been made more achievable. -
Downloads for pay equity protests
Are you keen to attend a pay equity protest near you? Here are some protest signs that you can print and use on the day. -
NCWNZ calls out the Coalition Government for its War on Women
Te Kaunihera Wāhine o Aotearoa National Council of New Zealand (NCWNZ) has watched with serious dismay as the Government's pay equity decisions were rushed through Parliament without the crucial consultation our democracy demands. It is yet another way the Coalition has demonstrated its determination to wage war on equal rights for women. -
NCWNZ stands with tangata whenua
From our very formation, Te Kaunihera Wāhine o Aotearoa National Council of Women of New Zealand has relied on the power of collective voices and collective action and the value these hold for our culture and for equality. Our country has seen first hand that collective action works and it reminds us that no one should have to fight alone for their freedoms or to resist unwanted change being forced upon them. We need to stand together to protect what... -
Hold a Suffrage Day event with this fun quiz pack!
Suffrage Day is 19 September, the day in 1893 when New Zealand became the first country in the world to empower all women with the right to vote. Not sure how to celebrate? Look no further than our Suffrage Day Quiz Pack! -
Report to UN finds minimal progress on our equality commitments for women
A response from NGOs around New Zealand to the United Nations’ Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) has found that, despite our international commitments to achieve equality for women and girls in all areas, New Zealand is falling short – and in some cases going backwards. -
NCWNZ urges immediate action to close Gloriavale
NCWNZ is asking its membership and all New Zealanders to urge their local MPs to close the Gloriavale Institutions. The Abuse in Care Inquiry has shown that women and children are still at risk. -
NCWNZ shares its 2023-24 impact report
Last year was a busy one for NCWNZ! This 2023-24 Impact Report brings together a summary of the work that's been done by Te Kaunihera Wāhine o Aotearoa National Council of Women of New Zealand across the country, in Branches, Action Hubs and by the Board and National Office. It shows how we're making an impact through our work and our influence, and builds a foundation for how we'll make further progress in the coming financial year. -
NCWNZ supports partnership to raise money to help women in Gaza
Te Kaunihera Wāhine o Aotearoa National Council of Women of New Zealand (NCWNZ) has joined in an Aotearoa intercommunity partnership – which includes Alternative Jewish Voices, the Federation of Islamic Associations (FIANZ), and Palestinian-led advocacy group Justice for Palestine – to recognise and respond to the escalating needs of women in Gaza. -
IWD 2024: We need to accelerate progress
As International Women’s Day draws near, closer to home Te Kaunihera Wahine o Aotearoa National Council of Women of New Zealand is using the event to encourage further progress in Aotearoa New Zealand.