Māori Women's Development Inc - MWDI

Māori Women's Development Inc - MWDI MWDI supports wāhine Māori and their whānau in business through micro-loans, business coaching & financial capability programmes.

A beautiful legacy, 75 years in the making. ✨We celebrate our Past Presidents - Tēnā koutou e ngā Perehitini o mua - and...
07/09/2026

A beautiful legacy, 75 years in the making. ✨

We celebrate our Past Presidents - Tēnā koutou e ngā Perehitini o mua - and invite you to be part of our 75th year celebrations.

📍 National Exhibition: Te Papa, Wellington – Sept 25
🎉 75th Conference: Due Drop Event Centre, Tāmaki Makaurau – Oct 7–10

What a privilege to gaze upon these wāhine and the legacy they, with our mema, have contributed to and continue to build.

75 years of wahine toa. A League with unbroken whakapapa.
NAU MAI ✨

05/09/2026

PART 5 OF 5 | A MESSAGE TO OTHER WĀHINE MĀORI IN BUSINESS

To close out our five-part series, Renei shares a message for other wāhine Māori in business. After sharing the story behind Bhone Beauty, her journey in business, her experience with MWDI and what’s next for the pakihi, Renei reflects on what she would say to other wāhine Māori building something of their own.

Ngā mihi nui, Renei, for sharing your kōrero and allowing us to spotlight your journey, your pakihi and your experience as an MWDI Business Loan client and Te Aka mentoring client.

If you’re a wāhine Māori looking to start, strengthen or grow your pakihi, we’re here to support you. Explore MWDI Bhsiness Loans, fully-funded programmes and toolkits — link in bio.

04/09/2026

PART 4 OF 5 | WHAT’S NEXT FOR BHONE BEAUTY?

In Part 4, Renei shares what’s next for Bhone Beauty and where she hopes to take the pakihi from here. After everything she and Simon have built so far, this part is all about looking ahead — continuing to grow the brand, strengthen the business and build on the vision behind Bhone.

Renei’s journey shows how much can grow from backing an idea and staying committed to where you want to take it. Thinking about the next step for your own pakihi? MWDI supports wāhine Māori through Business Loans and fully funded Te Aka mentoring. Visit our website or follow the link in bio to learn more.

04/09/2026

PART 3 OF 5 | HOW HAS MWDI SUPPORTED BHONE BEAUTY?

In Part 3, Renei shares more about her experience with MWDI and the support she has accessed while growing Bhone Beauty.

Renei is an MWDI Business Loan client and has also made use of our Te Aka mentoring service, receiving tailored support to help her navigate her business journey. Every pakihi journey is different, but having access to the right funding, guidance and support can make a meaningful difference along the way.
Part 4 of Renei’s kōrero is coming tomorrow.

Could MWDI support your next step? Explore our Business Loans and fully funded Te Aka mentoring service through our website — link in bio.

03/09/2026

PART 2 OF 5 | WĀHINE MĀORI IN BUSINESS

What has Renei’s journey been like as a wāhine Māori in business?

In Part 2, Renei reflects on her experience building Bhone Beauty, the lessons she has learned along the way, and what it means to her to be a wāhine Māori growing a pakihi.

Her journey is a powerful example of the impact wāhine Māori are making in business — backing themselves, building on their strengths and creating businesses with purpose.

Part 3 is coming tomorrow.

Have an idea you’re ready to explore? MWDI supports wāhine Māori through Business Loans and fully funded Te Aka mentoring. Find out more through our website — link in bio.

02/09/2026

PART 1 OF 5 | Meet Renei Kelt, co-founder of Bhone.

Renei sat down with Boo, our Business Lending Manager, to kōrero about the story behind Bhone Beauty, her journey as a wāhine Māori in business, and her experience accessing MWDI support as both a Business Loan client and Te Aka mentoring client.

After years working in finance, it was during maternity leave that the idea for Bhone began to take shape — inspired by Renei’s own changing relationship with health, wellbeing and motherhood.

Over the rest of this week, we’ll be sharing Renei’s kōrero across five parts, including the support she has accessed through MWDI and the journey of growing their pakihi.

Thinking about starting or growing your own pakihi? MWDI offers Business Loans and fully funded Te Aka mentoring support for wāhine Māori. Visit our website or follow the link in bio to learn more.

Wāhine mā, rēhita!MWDI HineBoss™ is a fully funded three-day online wānanga supporting wāhine Māori to build the skills,...
01/09/2026

Wāhine mā, rēhita!

MWDI HineBoss™ is a fully funded three-day online wānanga supporting wāhine Māori to build the skills, confidence and practical tools needed to start or grow a pakihi.

By the end of the wānanga, you will have completed up to 80% of your business plan and strengthened your foundation for moving forward.

Our programmes and services are fully funded, but every place has real value. A lot of time, care and planning goes into creating each wānanga, and spaces may be limited. We encourage you to register when you are ready to take part. We understand that plans can change — kei te pai. Just let us know as early as possible so we can offer your place to another wāhine.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/mwdi-hineboss-tm-friday-the-18th-20th-september-2026

Hepetema | September at MWDIReady to strengthen your confidence, wellbeing or pakihi? Join us at one of our upcoming wān...
31/08/2026

Hepetema | September at MWDI

Ready to strengthen your confidence, wellbeing or pakihi? Join us at one of our upcoming wānanga:

MWDI Loan Round Closing | 18 Hepetema 2026
MWDI HineBoss™ Online | 18-20 Hepetema 2026
MWDI Te Aka | Apply online

Our programmes and services are fully funded, but every place has real value. A lot of time, care and planning goes into creating each wānanga, and spaces may be limited. We encourage you to register when you are ready to take part. We understand that plans can change, kei te pai! Just let us know as early as possible so we can offer your place to another wāhine.

Can’t join us this month? More wānanga will be available in the coming months.

Explore our programmes and register at mwdi.co.nz

Money Month may be wrapping up, but the habits that build financial resilience can keep going. This month we focused on ...
30/08/2026

Money Month may be wrapping up, but the habits that build financial resilience can keep going.

This month we focused on practical steps such as tracking where your money goes, saving regularly, building an emergency buffer and preparing for unexpected costs.

Choose one small action to carry into September. For personal and whānau financial wellbeing, continue with He Papa Pūtea. For wāhine and whānau exploring, starting or growing a business, use He Papa Pakihi - Business Essentials.

Every small step can strengthen your financial safety net over time.

For other resources and wānanga to keep you and your whānau on your haerenga, visit our website: https://mwdi.co.nz/

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!Registrations are closing soon for our Mana Mindset Wānanga — a 2-day online, fully funded wānan...
25/08/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

Registrations are closing soon for our Mana Mindset Wānanga — a 2-day online, fully funded wānanga designed to support you to reconnect with yourself, your values and your vision.

Guided by Te Whare Tapa Whā, this personal development journey will explore:
Self-awareness and your beliefs
Understanding your core values
Creating a purpose-focused vision
Setting meaningful goals
Reconnecting with who you are

Saturday 29 – Sunday 30 August 2026 - 9.30-2.30
Delivered Online
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/mana-mindset-well-being-wananga-29-30-august-2026

Our programmes and services are fully funded, but every place has real value. A lot of time, care and planning goes into creating each wānanga, and spaces may be limited. We encourage you to register when you are ready to take part. We understand that plans can change - kei te pai. Just let us know as early as possible so we can offer your place to another wāhine.

Last chance - register today!

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