A landmark book of profiles and portraits celebrating the successes and
diversity of New Zealand women across many spheres – politics, arts, science,
community development, business innovation and health.
These leaders share their views on what it's like to be a woman in New Zealand
today- the contributions they are most proud of, challenges they have faced and
still face, dreams they have and goals for the role of New Zealand women. The
range of women covers diverse fields, ages and ethnic backgrounds – from
household names like Jacinda Ardern and Helen Clark, Malvina Major and Portia
Woodman, to unsung heroines of the suburbs – a Kiwi Samoan scientist, the
first Indian-born female police officer, and a maker of coffins!
These more than 50 New Zealand women have set out to make a difference in the
world, whether that be on a global stage, or in their local communities.
Author Biography
Margie Thomson has co-written many books with extraordinary New Zealanders, and
is often recognised for her empathy and her commitment to truly capturing her
subjects' voices with lively clarity. With Womankind she found a golden
opportunity to filter the life stories of truly amazing women through the lens
of their values – the forces that shaped them into the community-minded
people they all are. A passionate humanitarian, Margie believes that listening
to each others' stories will help us build a better, kinder future.
Simon Young's fascination with portrait photography began a few weeks into a
fine arts degree at Elam in the mid 1980s. That passion has lasted
Simon's entire career. Simple real-life honesty is what defines his work –
the magic of life captured in one arresting image.
www.simonyoungphotographer.com