WELCOME TO The
WAIRARAPA WOMEN'S CENTRE
Empowering Women, Building Community
OUR SERVICES
GET INVOLVED
At the Wairarapa Women's Centre, we offer a wide range of services to support women of all ages and backgrounds. From support groups to workshops and educational programs, we are committed to empowering women and promoting their wellbeing. Our services aim to address various aspects of women's lives, including physical health, mental well-being, personal development, and community engagement.
Volunteers
Masterton
We welcome volunteers, donors, and community partners to join us in our mission to support and empower women in the Wairarapa region. Whether you can offer your time, skills, or resources, your contribution can make a meaningful difference in the lives of women in our community. Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all women.
Join Our Governance Board at Wairarapa Women’s Centre
A Feminist Collective Committed to Whanaungatanga, Equity, and Transformation
About WWC
Established in 1988, the Wairarapa Women’s Centre empowers and supports women, whānau, and youth through services, education, advocacy, and activism. We are committed to creating inclusive, accessible, and safe spaces that uphold:
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Te Ao Māori
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Intersectional feminism
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Sustainability and community wellbeing
We exist to serve, uplift, and advocate—always centring the needs and leadership of those at the margins.
Learn more: wairarapawomen.com
Why Join Our Governance Board?
Becoming a board member is a chance to:
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Shape the strategic future of a beloved regional nonprofit
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Promote gender equity and community wellbeing
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Support kaupapa Māori and intersectional feminist values
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Collaborate with a passionate team and experienced leadership
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Help steward and evolve our collective governance model
We particularly welcome takatāpui, Māori, Pasifika, disabled, migrant, queer, young, and working-class women and non-binary people to apply. Your voice matters.
Role: Governance Board Member
As a collective board member, you will:
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Provide strategic insight and hold our mission at the centre
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Contribute to financial and operational stewardship
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Strengthen governance through your lived or professional perspectives
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Champion equitable access, safety, and empowerment for all women and gender-diverse people
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Participate in rotating roles and shared leadership, upholding our commitment to non-hierarchical practice
Structure: A Feminist Collective Governance Model
WWC operates a feminist board structured as a collective. That means we do things differently:
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Shared power — no one voice dominates
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Care-led governance — wellbeing and inclusion matter
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Collaborative decision-making — we value dialogue over voting
Rotating Roles in Our Collective
All members are supported to learn and grow into these roles.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking people who are:
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Passionate about community wellbeing and feminist values
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Committed to inclusive, consensus-based decision-making
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Eager to bring lived experience, cultural insight, or community connection
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Experienced in governance, leadership, advocacy, finance, law, or nonprofit work (nice to have—not essential)
We value your time and voice. Honoraria and accessibility supports (like childcare, tech, or transport) may be available where funding allows.
What You'll Gain
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Mentorship and collective support in governance
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A platform to grow your leadership in a feminist, values-led space
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The joy and challenge of working in community for real impact
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A chance to transform systems and centre care, equity, and voice
How to Express Interest
To express interest or learn more, contact:
board.wairarapawomen@gmail.com
or visit: wairarapawomen.com
