Nelson Community + Whānau Network Hui - November 2025
Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Trafalgar Street Hall, 67 Trafalgar St, Nelson
Just come along—there's no need to RSVP!
Catalytic Thinking - Designing Governance Structures for the Future
Across Aotearoa, community organisations are facing the same governance challenges — heavy compliance loads, limited capacity, and boards stretched thin. What if we could do governance differently? What if leadership could be shared, collaborative, and grounded in relationships rather than structures?
In this 4-hour, in-person workshop, futurist Hildy Gottlieb (co-founder of Creating the Future and developer of Catalytic Thinking) and facilitator May Miller-Dawkins invite you to explore what’s possible when we approach governance through a catalytic lens — one focused on connection, curiosity, and collective strength.
Together we’ll unpack the constraints and assumptions shaping current governance models, and experiment with alternative approaches like shared boards, joint roles, and collaborative decision-making. Expect rich discussion, peer learning, and ideas you can take back to your own organisation, and ideas that the Te Tauihu Community Development Agency might support For-purpose organisations to build together.
Whether you’re a board member, community leader, funder, or For-purpose organisation leader, this is a chance to think boldly about how governance can enable, not exhaust, the work of community.
Your facilitators:
Hildy Gottlieb
Hildy is a futurist, social scientist, and co-founder of Creating the Future. She developed Catalytic Thinking — a framework for creating a future different from our past. A TEDx speaker and contributor to Stanford Social Innovation Review and Nonprofit Quarterly, Hildy helps organisations unlock collective possibility and meaningful change.
May Miller-Dawkins
May is a facilitator and researcher with over 20 years’ experience supporting community groups, social enterprises, and social movements to lead lasting change. Known for her work on collective leadership and governance innovation, May brings global experience — from The B Team to Toitū Tahua — and deep roots in Aotearoa’s for-purpose sector.
Date: Wednesday 3rd December, 2-6pm
Location: Nelson Tasman Hospice training room, 331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, 7011
Cost: $30+GST*
*If the fee is a barrier to you joining this critical conversation, please reach out to TTCDA to discuss options: admin@tetauihucommunity.org
Register via Humanitix here: https://events.humanitix.com/catalytic-thinking-designing-governance-structures-for-the-future
Nelson Community + Whānau Network Hui - December 2025
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NBS Strong Community Symposium
IMPACT: Deepen Your Purpose, Strengthen Our Community.
Registrations close: 9pm, Monday 27 October
In our fast-changing world, the not-for-profit and for-purpose sectors are often asked to achieve extraordinary things with limited resources.
The 2025 NBS Strong Community Symposium is a dedicated day for community leaders, volunteers and change-makers. It’s a vital space to gain the tools, inspiration and connections you need to multiply your organisation’s impact and build a truly resilient future.
This year’s theme, Impact, explores two vital pathways for strengthening your work: Amplify Purpose & Minimise Footprint.
On the Day, You Will Focus On:
Deepening Your Purpose: Explore how to create Intergenerational Impact through a plenary and Iwi panel discussion. You'll learn practical methods for Growing and Measuring Social Impact with the introduction of Tūhono Impact. Crucially, you will also connect with central government priorities and policy during the session led by the Social Investment Agency. Plus, get essential updates on Regional Funding from the key local agencies.
Minimising Your Footprint: Build crucial long-term resilience by addressing Emissions Reduction and gaining strategies for Adapting to Climate Change Events in our region.
Strengthening Your Foundations: Ensure your organisation is protected and prepared with a session on Governance & Compliance, including pending changes for Incorporated Societies.
Our programme is designed to provide valuable insights, practical strategies and clear, actionable steps you can immediately put to work. There will be plenty of time to connect, share ideas and build lasting relationships with others who share your passion.
Whether you're leading a small community group, running a social enterprise or working behind the scenes in governance or communications, the 2025 NBS Strong Community Symposium is your chance to connect, learn and re-energise your critical mission.
This is a paid event. Tickets available here: https://www.commerce.org.nz/event/strong-community
This event is co-hosted by the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce and TTCDA, and sponsored by NBS and Rata Foundation.
Nelson Community + Whānau Network Hui - October 2025
Working Together: Exploring Joint Governance, Shared Spaces and Collaborative Funding
This session is a hands-on workshop focused on how community groups can most effectively work together. Whether you're looking to pool resources, save costs or increase your impact, this is for you.
We'll be using real examples and experiences from within our community to explore both the benefits and the likely barriers when collaborating.
Key topics we'll cover include:
Forming Joint Boards
Sharing Physical Spaces
Applying for Funding Together
Just come along - there's no need to RSVP! We look forward to a great session of sharing ideas and strategies with you.
FREE - Navigating the Fiscal Squeeze: A Workshop for Te Tauihu's For-Purpose Whānau - WORKSHOP 2 of 2
Let's tackle the tough stuff together!
Has your funding taken a hit lately? Feeling the pinch from shifting government priorities? Many of us across Te Tauihu are in the same waka, paddling through choppy waters - but there's a way forward. Come along for a practical korero where we'll share ideas, strategies and some good honest talk about keeping our mahi sustainable in these uncertain times.
Te Tauihu Community Development Agency has partnered with SociaLink to bring you this impactful workshop.
What's in it for you?
We're keeping it real with:
• A straight-up look at what's happening in the sector right now and how it's affecting your organisation
• Tips and tricks for responding to funding and policy shake-ups
• How to know your true value and actually get paid for it
• Stories from the flaxroots - real examples of how organisations are pivoting to emerge stronger
• A chance to chew the fat with others who get what you're going through
Register for you spot here: https://events.humanitix.com/improving-financial-and-service-sustainability-for-non-profits-in-uncertain-times/tickets
This is for both online workshop sessions:
Thursday 11 September, 6-8pm, AND
Thursday 18 September, 6-8pm
Please get in touch with any queries: admin@tetauihucommunity.org
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In times like these, we're stronger together.
SociaLink
SociaLink is a collaborative charitable trust that was established in 2012 to empower, build and serve the tangata whenua, community and social sectors in the Western Bay of Plenty. They successfully delivered this workshop in the Bay last year and we are partnering with them to bring it to Te Tauihu.
The facilitator - Tracy Stockman
We are really excited about having Tracy facilitate these workshops. She has significant experience (over 25 years) in the non-profit sector and in areas of finance, funding and project management as well as a decade of experience in operational management in the private sectors. Please see her Socialink profile page for more information.
https://socialink.org.nz/our-t...
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Our funders - we want to thank Lotteries and Rātā Foundation for their support of our kaupapa
FREE - Navigating the Fiscal Squeeze: A Workshop for Te Tauihu's For-Purpose Whānau - WORKSHOP 1 of 2
Let's tackle the tough stuff together!
Has your funding taken a hit lately? Feeling the pinch from shifting government priorities? Many of us across Te Tauihu are in the same waka, paddling through choppy waters - but there's a way forward. Come along for a practical korero where we'll share ideas, strategies and some good honest talk about keeping our mahi sustainable in these uncertain times.
Te Tauihu Community Development Agency has partnered with SociaLink to bring you this impactful workshop.
What's in it for you?
We're keeping it real with:
• A straight-up look at what's happening in the sector right now and how it's affecting your organisation
• Tips and tricks for responding to funding and policy shake-ups
• How to know your true value and actually get paid for it
• Stories from the flaxroots - real examples of how organisations are pivoting to emerge stronger
• A chance to chew the fat with others who get what you're going through
Register for your place today here: https://events.humanitix.com/improving-financial-and-service-sustainability-for-non-profits-in-uncertain-times/tickets
This is for both online workshop sessions:
Thursday 11 September, 6-8pm, AND
Thursday 18 September, 6-8pm
Please get in touch with any queries - admin@tetauihucommunity.org
________________________________________
In times like these, we're stronger together.
SociaLink
SociaLink is a collaborative charitable trust that was established in 2012 to empower, build and serve the tangata whenua, community and social sectors in the Western Bay of Plenty. They successfully delivered this workshop in the Bay last year and we are partnering with them to bring it to Te Tauihu.
The facilitator - Tracy Stockman
We are really excited about having Tracy facilitate these workshops. She has significant experience (over 25 years) in the non-profit sector and in areas of finance, funding and project management as well as a decade of experience in operational management in the private sectors. Please see her Socialink profile page for more information.
https://socialink.org.nz/our-t...
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Our funders - we want to thank Lotteries and Rātā Foundation for their support of our kaupapa
POSTPONED - Improving financial and service sustainability for non-profits in uncertain times
We have had to postpone this workshop
We will set a new date soon. If you are interested - please let us know so we can put you on the list admin@tetauihucommunity.org
Let's tackle the tough stuff together!
Has your funding taken a hit lately? Feeling the pinch from shifting government priorities? Many of us across Te Tauihu are in the same waka, paddling through choppy waters - but there's a way forward. Come along for a practical korero where we'll share ideas, strategies and some good honest talk about keeping our mahi sustainable in these uncertain times.
Te Tauihu Community Development Agency has partnered with Socialink to bring you this impactful workshop.
What's in it for you?
We're keeping it real with:
• A straight-up look at what's happening in the sector right now and how it's affecting your organisation
• Tips and tricks for responding to funding and policy shake-ups
• How to know your true value and actually get paid for it
• Stories from the flaxroots - real examples of how organisations are pivoting to emerge stronger
• A chance to chew the fat with others who get what you're going through
Get tickets for BLENHEIM workshop
Cost: $39 ex GST per ticket. Please get in touch if the ticket price is a barrier - admin@tetauihucommunity.org
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In times like these, we're stronger together.
NELSON/TASMAN - Improving financial and service sustainability for non-profits in uncertain times
Let's tackle the tough stuff together!
Has your funding taken a hit lately? Feeling the pinch from shifting government priorities? Many of us across Te Tauihu are in the same waka, paddling through choppy waters - but there's a way forward. Come along for a practical korero where we'll share ideas, strategies and some good honest talk about keeping our mahi sustainable in these uncertain times.
Te Tauihu Community Development Agency has partnered with SociaLink to bring you this impactful workshop.
What's in it for you?
We're keeping it real with:
• A straight-up look at what's happening in the sector right now and how it's affecting your organisation
• Tips and tricks for responding to funding and policy shake-ups
• How to know your true value and actually get paid for it
• Stories from the flaxroots - real examples of how organisations are pivoting to emerge stronger
• A chance to chew the fat with others who get what you're going through
Cost: $39 ex GST per ticket. Please get in touch if the ticket price is a barrier - admin@tetauihucommunity.org
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In times like these, we're stronger together.
Kawenata (Charter) signing ceremony
On February 11, 2025, we will mark a significant milestone with the signing of our Kawenata (relationship agreement) at Whakatū Marae. This ceremony represents more than just a formal launch – it's an invitation to be part of a movement that will transform how we work together in Te Tauihu.
AI workshop Motueka
FREE AI workshops - learning the basics
AI can make doing good in our communities easier! Following sell out workshops during Tech Week, and great feedback from NGOs who attended our Nelson based workshops, we have arrange more AI workshops for staff (paid or volunteer) working for for-purpose organisations -
5 December - Motueka Library 9:00 - 10:00 am
AI workshop - Richmond
FREE AI workshops - learning the basics
AI can make doing good in our communities easier! Following sell out workshops during Tech Week, and great feedback from NGOs who attended our Nelson based workshops, we have arrange more AI workshops for staff (paid or volunteer) working for for-purpose organisations -
28 November - Richmond Library 9:15 - 10-15am
Youth Wellbeing circle - an action learning set (FULL)
An opportunity to learn and connect in the youth wellbeing space (mid-August to mid-December)
A leadership circle focusing on youth wellbeing.
AI workshop (FULL)
AI can make doing good for our communities easier! Following sell out workshops during Tech Week, we have arrange an AI workshop specifically for staff (paid or volunteer) working for for-purpose organisations - 11 July at the AI Sandbox in Nelson.