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MWDI Supports wāhine Māori and their whānau in business through micro-loans, business coaching & financial capability programmes.

16/06/2026

Today our Kaiwhakahaere, Linda Clay, presented at Dreaming Big at Parliament, an event hosted by On Being Bold ♀️

Dreaming Big is designed to inspire and encourage kōhine with potential to be brave and bold in seeking opportunities, taking on challenges, and backing themselves to achieve their goals.

Linda presented alongside Anna Liumaihetau Darling (General Manager – People Experience at Sharesies ), sharing insights on putting your best foot forward in interviews, navigating imposter syndrome, and the importance of not leaving your culture at the door. Their message was simple but powerful — be yourself, because you are the only you.

R E N 🦎 (pictured) and Ayesha Leti-I'iga also shared their experiences as members of the Gillies Group Hurricanes Poua . At MWDI, we’re proud to back wāhine in sport and celebrate those paving the way for future generations.

A special mihi to the wāhine behind On Being Bold — Dame Therese Walsh, Dame Joan Withers, Cathy Quinn, Dame Paula Rebstock, Alison Gerry, Jolie Hodson, Silvana Schenone, Royal Reed and Frances Valintine. Through their collective vision and leadership, they have created a platform that shares the real stories behind successful careers, reminding us that the path to success is rarely a straight line.

12/06/2026

We’ve got 8 corporate hospitality tickets available for the Stars Netball v Pulse game this Saturday at Pulman Arena! If you’d like to join us for an afternoon of netball, get in touch with Tessa with your full name and contact details by 4.30pm today.

11/06/2026

Join us for Mana Mindset Well-being Wānanga!

A 2-day online wānanga designed to equip you with an empowering well-being plan incorporating Te Whare Tapa Whā.

This personal development journey focuses on self-awareness through identifying your beliefs, understanding your core values, designing a purpose focused vision, setting goals, and re-identifying with self.

When: Saturday 21 - Sunday 22 June 2026
Where: Online, so you can tune in from anywhere!
Register now: mwdi.co.nz

For more information or to register please visit mwdi.co.nz

11/06/2026

This week, our Kaiwhakahaere, Linda Clay, attended Ministry of Awesome Electrify Aotearoa, a kaupapa bringing together wāhine founders, innovators, and leaders from across Aotearoa.

While there, Linda heard about two exciting funding opportunities that may be of interest to our wāhine:

Electrify Aotearoa Seed Investment – offering up to $100,000 through a SAFE note for women and non-binary founded tech businesses. Applications close 30 June 2026. Visit Foggy Valley for more information.

Kiwibank StartUp+ – a funding and support programme designed for innovative, early-stage businesses. Eligible startups can access up to $150,000 in milestone-based funding, along with specialist guidance, banking support, and reduced early-stage business costs. Visit Kiwibank for more information.

Events like Electrify Aotearoa are a great reminder of the opportunities available to help wāhine entrepreneurs access capital, build connections, and grow their businesses.

If you’re a wāhine founder or business owner looking to take your next step, these opportunities could be worth exploring.

10/06/2026

We’ve been lucky to have a busy tari today, with another special visit to MWDI.

Today we had the pleasure of welcoming Toia Chase and Sara Vaha-akolo Ngaika, wāhine Māori counsellors from the New Zealand Association of Counsellors / Te Rōpū Kaiwhiriwhiri o Aotearoa.

They visited us to learn more about the programmes and services we provide to support wāhine Māori who are starting a business or growing an existing pakihi. We appreciated the opportunity to share our kaupapa and discuss ways we can continue to support wāhine to achieve their aspirations.

For more information about our programmes and services visit MWDI.co.nz

10/06/2026

Dr Tina Karaitiana & Kiri Waitingi joined us today to share about the incredible mahi underway at . We’re looking forward to Tākiri Tū Te Matatini 2027, to be held at Hopuhopu, Ngāruawāhia.

09/06/2026

Following HineBoss™ Kaikohe, we caught up with some of the wāhine who took part to hear about their experience. We asked them: What inspired you to attend HineBoss™?

A big mihi to Meeshla, Nickayla, Tui and Melissa for taking the time to share their whakaaro with us. Keep an eye out over the coming days as we share more of their stories and reflections from their HineBoss™ journey.

If their stories resonate with you, registrations are now open for our online HineBoss™ programme, running 19–21 June. Visit MWDI.co.nz to find out more and register.

08/06/2026

Wāhine mā, rēhita!

MWDI HineBoss™ is a 3-day online wānanga designed to equip wāhine Māori with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to launch, manage, or grow a small to medium-sized business.

Throughout this kaupapa, participants will strengthen their understanding of business planning, gain practical tools for success, and build confidence alongside a supportive network of like-minded wāhine entrepreneurs.

Programme Format:
Friday – Sunday
Morning Session: 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Afternoon Session: 12:30PM – 2:30PM

By the end of the wānanga, you will have completed up to 80% of your business plan and developed a stronger foundation to move forward with clarity and purpose.

Whether you’re just starting your pakihi journey or ready to take your business to the next level, MWDI is here to support you every step of the way.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/mwdi-hineboss-tm-friday-the-19th-21st-of-june-2026

08/06/2026

Today we had the privilege of meeting with delegates from the Kiribati Parliament Select Committee on Cottage Industries Development.

The purpose of the visit was to exchange learning and insights, with the Committee interested to learn more about the work MWDI does to support the development of whānau-led small businesses and wāhine Māori entrepreneurs.

We shared an overview of MWDI, our kaupapa, history, values, programmes, services, and the impact of our mahi.

Ngā mihi to Hon Dennis Waysang K*m Kee, Committee Chairman (MP for Nonouti Island); Hon Ruta Babo Nemta, Committee Vice Chair (MP for Maiana Island and Deputy Speaker of Parliament); Hon Tinian Reiher (MP for Butaritari Island and former Minister of Fisheries); Hon Matanga Aran (MP for Tabuaeran/Fanning Island); Hon Tibanga Taratai (MP for Banaba Island); and Betarim Rimon, Committee Secretary, for joining us and contributing to these valuable conversations.

We always appreciate opportunities to connect, share experiences, and learn from others working to strengthen indigenous economic development and community wellbeing.

New Zealand High Commission to Kiribati

05/06/2026

Rā tuatoru of HineBoss™ Kaikohe.

What an awesome few days it’s been. A huge mihi to all of the wāhine who joined us, shared their stories, backed one another, and dedicated time to themselves and their pakihi aspirations.

We’ll be sharing interviews and reflections from some of our participants, facilitators and kaimahi, so keep an eye out to hear about their HineBoss™ experiences.

If you’re thinking about taking the next step in your business journey, our next online HineBoss™ programme runs 19–21 June. Head to https://mwdi.co.nz/ for more information and to register.

Ngā mihi again to everyone who was part of this wānanga. We can’t wait to see what comes next for you all!

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The Dominion Building, Victoria Street
Wellington
6141

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.mwdi.co.nz/

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