welcome to
individual membership
Welcome to BPW New Zealand. We’re so glad to have you as an Individual Member!
This page is your go-to guide for everything you need to know about our organisation, from who we are and what we stand for, to how you can make the most of your membership. Whether you're here to connect, grow, learn, or lead, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved, stay informed, and make an impact.
We encourage you to explore, ask questions, and take advantage of the many ways you can contribute to and benefit from being part of BPW.
Welcome, we can’t wait to see what you’ll bring to the table!
what we are about
BPW New Zealand (Business and Professional Women) is an all-volunteer, non-profit organisation that advocates for gender equality and supports the development of women in business, leadership, and public life.
As part of an international federation, BPW works to influence policy, create change, and empower women through education, advocacy, and collaboration.
We provide a platform for women to connect, grow their skills, and use their voices to drive progress – locally, nationally, and globally. Whether you're an entrepreneur, employee, at home, a community leader, or just starting your journey, BPW offers a place to belong, be heard, and make a difference.
Meet the Team
Membership & Individual Members Convenor
Alice Kibble
With five years’ experience, Alice helps businesses build online communities and drive sales through Ask Alice. She co-founded Empower You - Women’s Experience, volunteers extensively, and inspires others with her resilience after a life-changing injury.
Issues Taskforce Chair
Teresa Mee
Teresa, legal counsel for a global NZ company, specializes in workplace culture and diversity. She actively supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), witnessing its positive impact on team dynamics and performance.
How Can I ENGAGE?
collaborations
women's empowerment principles
BPW NZ Contact: Immediate Past President
The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) are a set of Principles offering guidance to business on how to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace and community.
BPW NZ is part of the New Zealand WEPs Committee, supporting organisations to take up the benefit that the Principles can offer.
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
BPW NZ Contact: VP Issues
CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN
BPW NZ Contact: VP Issues
The Commission on the Status of Women is a global policy-making body within the United Nations Economic and Social Council dedicated to gender equality and advancement of women.
BPW NZ advocates on behalf of New Zealand women on challenges we experience.
The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), adopted in 1979 by the United Nations General Assembly, is often described as an international bill of rights for women.
CEDAW defines what constitutes discrimination against women and sets up an agenda for national action to end such discrimination.
A CEDAW UN Committee reviews countries periodically, providing recommendations for the government to improve on progress; BPW NZ has a voice in providing a civil society lens to the Committee and holding the government accountable.
upcoming meetings
BPW Aotearoa Networking Session - JUNEThu, 05 JunOnline Via Zoom