Come as Strangers and Leave as Sisters Who Thrive and Lead Together

We Thrive Together is a 5-week transformational journey designed to help women from diverse ethnic backgrounds (Women of Colour) thrive in their career and lead with confidence. The programme offers a safe, supportive, and empowering space to connect, grow, and thrive together.

Programme Overview

The programme consists of a mix of interactive & practical workshops, knowledge sharing, and speed mentoring, designed to:

• Enhance your skills & confidence

• Expand your professional network

• Provide valuable insights to thrive & lead authentically

We Thrive Together Programme stages: Connect, Grow, Thrive.

Over five weeks, you will:

Connect

• Deepen your connection with yourself and others.

• Explore themes of identity and belonging.

• Embrace your authentic self with confidence.

• Understand the complexities and strengths of intersectional identities.

Grow

• Learn to advocate for yourself.

• Overcome imposter syndrome.

• Communicate your needs with clarity and confidence.

Thrive

• Build meaningful and lasting connections.

• Develop sisterhood and allyship.

• Learn to authentically lead and thrive.

What You’ll Gain

The programme is designed to set women from diverse ethnic backgrounds up for success by providing:

• Knowledge - practical tools and insights to navigate the workplace and grow.

• Confidence - to lead with authenticity and clarity.

• Sisterhood - a powerful network of women who uplift and support one another.

• Allyship - meaningful connections with leaders who will share their knowledge, experience, and insights.

What’s Included:

• Two interactive workshops (2 x 2-hour sessions)

• Speed Mentoring Session with inspiring ethnic leaders and allies

• Knowledge-Sharing Session to exchange experiences and insights with your peers

• Private Online Platform to stay connected, share resources, and build sisterhood

Who is the programme for?

This programme is designed for women from diverse ethnic backgrounds, including:

• Early career professionals

• Women from migrant and refugee backgrounds

• Students preparing to enter the workforce (tertiary, MA, and PhD levels)

All workshops & activities are online, so you can connect from anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand or around the world!

When: April 2026

Interested in attending our programme in 2026?

We'd love to hear from you! Please contact us and we'll keep you updated when registration for the programme opens.

The We Thrive Together programme can be delivered in-house (online or in-person) as part of your organisation’s onboarding or professional development initiatives. For more information, please Contact us!