Nelson Women's Centre

Nelson Women's Centre A community hub for all women and non-binary people of Nelson Tasman. The Nelson Women's Centre is community hub for all women of Nelson Tasman.

Services include: low-cost counselling, free social work support, and a variety of workshops & courses. We are a welcoming drop-in space where women can access services such as advice, free social work support, low-cost counselling, information, workshops, room hire, a feminist library , and a small community pantry. You don’t have to be in any sort of crisis to access our services. We are a safe space for you to connect and network with other Nelson women. The Centre exists through a combination of government funding, donations, and the hard work of a large team of volunteers. We appreciate your support so we can continue our services to women. "Te whare āwhina mō ngā wāhine puawai... a supportive place where all women can flourish."

05/08/2026

💛 What does it mean to build connection, confidence, and healthy communication?

Hear from Tuia, student counsellor and facilitator, as she shares a little about the two beautiful offerings currently taking place at Nelson Women's Centre: A Weekly Women's Circle and a monthly Foundational Consent Workshop. 🌿✨

Whether you're looking for a space to connect with other wāhine, deepen your self-awareness, or strengthen your boundaries and communication skills, these sessions offer a welcoming and supportive environment.

📩 To register or find out more, contact Tuia:
[email protected]

Nau mai, haere mai – all wāhine are warmly welcome. 💛

https://www.nelsonwomenscentre.org.nz/workshops-activities/current-activities-interest-groups/

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04/08/2026

This looks like a bit of fun. A great way to get inspiration at this time of year.

✨ "Empowering and inspiring women to 'shine bright' – loved it! Many thanks!" ✨This is just one of the wonderful comment...
04/08/2026

✨ "Empowering and inspiring women to 'shine bright' – loved it! Many thanks!" ✨

This is just one of the wonderful comments we received after our first Taku Whare Ora workshop – and we're excited to be offering it again!

Join us for this FREE wellbeing workshop and create your own House of Wellbeing – a practical toolkit to help you stay grounded, build resilience, and navigate life's challenges.

📅 Friday 14 August | 🕙 10.00am – 12.00pm | 📍 Nelson Women's Centre
💬 Participants shared:
"I learnt so much about setting healthy boundaries."
"A marvellous format for discussion and a great framework to visualise a better future."
📧 To register: [email protected]
💜 Invest two hours in your wellbeing—you deserve it.

💜  Our Weekly Women's Circle is Back! 💜We're delighted to welcome back our weekly Women's Circle, facilitated by two of ...
03/08/2026

💜 Our Weekly Women's Circle is Back! 💜

We're delighted to welcome back our weekly Women's Circle, facilitated by two of our talented Senior Counselling Students.
📅 Starting Tuesday 4 August | 🕚Every Tuesday | 11:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Nelson Women's Centre
This is a facilitated confidential space where women can connect, learn, and grow through shared witnessing, reflection, and wisdom.

Whether you're looking for connection, support, or simply a space to be heard, you're warmly welcome.
✨ No referrals required. Want more information or to register your interest email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

24/07/2026

Less than 10 tickets left 💜

This is incredibly generous - Thank you to the HERstory team and everyone who has donated, it's a powerful reminder of w...
22/07/2026

This is incredibly generous - Thank you to the HERstory team and everyone who has donated, it's a powerful reminder of what happens when a community comes together. Your support helps keep the Nelson Women's Centre a place where women can connect, access support services, and flourish.
This year, we're celebrating our 30th anniversary, and we'd love to hear your story. If the Centre has made a difference in your life and you're happy to share your experience, please get in touch. Stories help show the impact of our mahi and why the Centre is such an important part of our community.
If you'd prefer to remain anonymous, that's absolutely okay too—we'll work with you to share your story in a way you're comfortable with.
Ngā mihi nui 💜

When I first had the idea for HERstory, I had no idea what it would become.

It was simply one idea.

One show. One brave step.

A belief that ordinary people sharing extraordinary stories could make others feel less alone.

Fast-forward to today, and we're about to hold our sixth HERstory.

It's become a much-loved Nelson event, and this year, incredibly, we're almost sold out. (and we still have five weeks to go)

Thank you, so so much.

Thank you to every speaker who has bravely shared their story.

Thank you to every audience member who has bought a ticket, laughed, cried, applauded and left carrying a little more hope.

But when the theatre lights go down, the stories don't stop.

Every day, right here in Nelson, someone walks through the doors of the Nelson Women's Centre carrying a story they never imagined they'd be living.

The Women's Centre quietly meets those stories with kindness, practical support and hope.

HERstory gives people a voice.

The Nelson Women's Centre helps people find the strength to write their next chapter.

This year, I'd love to give something back.

If HERstory has ever touched your heart, if you've ever left the theatre feeling less alone, I'd love you to consider donating through the Nelson Women's Centre Givealittle page.

Whether it's the price of a coffee or something more, every donation helps ensure someone else has somewhere safe to turn when they need it most.

Because stories don't just inspire us.

Sometimes they change a life.

Let's keep the story going.

❤️

Click here and donate today; even $10 is a huge help.

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/nelsonwomenscentrenz

(Mention HERSTORY so that we can honour you and the show.)

🎭 Looking for a great night out while supporting local women?A huge thank you to Tahunanui Community Hub - Te Tari Hapor...
21/07/2026

🎭 Looking for a great night out while supporting local women?
A huge thank you to Tahunanui Community Hub - Te Tari Hapori ki Tahunanui for choosing to support Nelson Women's Centre through this fantastic production of My name is not mum. 💜

For the special one-night encore performance on Friday 22 August, $5 from every ticket sold will be donated to Nelson Women's Centre, helping us continue to provide affordable counselling, social work, workshops, and a safe place for women to connect, celebrate and flourish.

🤣 If you've ever juggled parenting, relationships, work, or just the chaos of everyday life, this hilarious comedy is sure to hit close to home!
📍 Tahunanui Community Hub
🗓 Friday 22 August
🕢 7.30pm
🎟 $25 per ticket (R18)

Thank you to everyone involved in making this fundraiser possible. We love seeing our community come together to support women in our region. 💜

Mānawatia a Matariki!Winter and Matariki invite us to pause, reflect on the journey so far, and look ahead with hope. We...
08/07/2026

Mānawatia a Matariki!
Winter and Matariki invite us to pause, reflect on the journey so far, and look ahead with hope. We're excited to share our recent updates with you, along with some important dates to pop in your diary over the coming months. Enjoy catching up on our news over the long weekend.
https://mailchi.mp/1447355935e2/nelson-womens-centre-winter-update

The Embers We Carry: FoundHer Series Volume 3 Co-created and generously donated by a member of our Nelson Women's Centre...
01/07/2026

The Embers We Carry: FoundHer Series Volume 3

Co-created and generously donated by a member of our Nelson Women's Centre community, The Embers We Carry is a powerful collection of short stories sharing the voices, experiences, and perspectives of 16 wāhine. 💛

Curl up in a cosy chair by the fire 🔥 or soak up the winter sunshine outside ☀️ with this beautiful collection. We hope these stories inspire reflection, connection, and conversation.

Come in, borrow a copy, and discover The Embers We Carry for yourself. 📖💕

"The Embers We Carry: FoundHer Series Volume 3 is a collaborative book featuring sixteen women's personal stories of self-discovery, resilence, and strength. Written from a perspective of healing and hindsight, the experiences shared discuss a range of themes and the wisdom gained throughout, illustrating what it takes to tend the flame when everything tells you to give up."

Address

44 Trafalgar Street
Nelson
7010

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

03 546 7986

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