Inspiring Wāhine Conference

Join us for the inaugural Inspiring Wāhine Conference in Alexandra on International Rural Women’s Day, Tuesday, October 15th, 2024!

Hosted by Image Central, its sponsors & collaborators, this event is for women during the day and will take place at the stunning The Finery in Alexandra.

It’s a day & night designed to help you fill your own cup !

• Dr. Denise Quinlan, a global wellbeing and resilience thought leader, will deliver an interactive keynote to share essential skills for maintaining calm, focus, and humour.
• A diverse panel across our rural community will share their inspiring stories of resilience and leadership.
• Enjoy thought-provoking discussions and interactive and engaging workshops hosted by a team of local wāhine offering something for all.

In the evening, enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner interwoven with inspiring stories from our rural wāhine. This includes our keynote speaker Dame Dr. Farah Palmer (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato). She'll share her journey from rural life and all it taught her to three-time world winning Black Ferns Captain, and now with leadership & governance roles in sport and academia.

Celebrate their stories! Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with a community of inspiring wāhine. Mark your calendar and get ready for a day of connection, celebration and inspiration at the Finery in Alexandra.

Early Bird Ends August 26th! Tickets limited.