Community Contribution
9 November 2022
Our team experienced a different kind of fireworks with a cracker of an evening on Saturday 5 November at the Whanganui Regional Business Awards hosted by the Chamber of Commerce at the Whanganui War Memorial Centre. It was wonderful to be part of a sold-out event which saw around 300 people pack into the main hall for an evening of celebration for the first awards ceremony since 2018.
To our absolute delight, the Women's Network won the Judith Timpany Community Contribution Gold Award. Judith was a treasured supporter, mentor and friend of the Women's Network. In her role as the chief executive of the Whanganui Community Foundation over many years, Judith worked hard to ensure that community development remained at the heart of Whanganui's strategic direction. Her contributions to Philanthropy New Zealand, to challenging the status quo, and to championing equality for women remain a living legacy.
We couldn't think of a more fitting person to be the inspiration for this award, and we are so honoured by this acknowledgement from the awards team. We dedicate this award to everyone who has believed in us over the last 36 years.
To the women who bravely founded our organisation, to our distinguished alumni of former volunteers and committee members, to our funders and supporters, and our amazing community partners, this one is for you.
And, to all the women who need our support, who bravely step through our doors and courageously come to our activities and events, we are here for you. Because you deserve to stand in your rightful place, to dream, and to smash any remaining glass ceilings.
Donations from our community are always welcome, with every dollar making a difference in the lives of local women.
