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CPD
Building confidence, capability and pathways for women leaders.
Stepping into governance can feel unclear and inaccessible, particularly for women navigating pathways that are often informal, network-driven and shaped by unspoken expectations. Yet strong governance is built, not inherited, and capability develops through learning, experience, support and opportunity.
Drawing on research with more than 100 directors, we will explore how women in Aotearoa New Zealand can build the confidence, capability and visibility needed to step into governance.
Hosted by the Institute of Directors and the Manatū Wāhine Ministry for Women, the session features Judene Edgar MNZM CMInstD sharing insights from her Masters research combining survey findings and interviews with Māori and Pasifika wāhine leaders.
The discussion will explore:
Attendees will also be introduced to practical governance tools, professional development resources and approaches that can support ongoing governance growth and board readiness.
Whether you are exploring your first governance role or looking to grow your board experience, this webinar will provide practical insights, tools and encouragement to support your governance journey.
CMInstD
Judene is a Principal Governance Advisor with the Institute of Directors’ Governance Leadership Centre and Chapter Zero New Zealand lead, providing research and best practice advice, guidance and advocacy for directors. She is Chair of the Nelson Historic Theatre Trust, Deputy Chair the Rātā Foundation and a trustee of Network Tasman Trust.
Prior to joining the IoD she ran her own consultancy for over 20 years specialising in governance, policy, strategy and communications working across a wide range of sectors including housing, health, solid waste, aviation, energy, not-for-profit and infrastructure.
Judene was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to governance, local government and the community in the 2026 New Year Honours. She was a local government elected member for 12 years and a director on a range of private and public entity boards. She has a background in behavioural science and communications and is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors.
Should you have any mobility, cultural or other requirements, you can let us know on the registration form.
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Regrettably, registration fees cannot be refunded when cancellations are received within two working days prior to any branch event. See our standard terms and conditions for more information.
Litia Brighouse-Fuavao
Diversity Programmes Manager
+64 274 447 371
Litia.Brighouse-Fuavao@iod.org.nz
The Institute of Directors acknowledges the generous support of national partners and sponsors
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