Innovating Wāhine
GSU supports and promotes women in their journey of resilience and empowerment. We believe that women's financial independence is key to healthy communities.
Her Business Journey
This registry is a safe and accessible platform to connect clients and entrepreneurs. They are women coming from other parts of the world, bringing to Whakatū/Nelson their precious skills and knowledge.
We invite wahine from Non Western and BIPOC communities to co create a Business Directory.
If you are interested in any of their offerings please get in touch, we would love to hear from you!
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Shakeela
Offerings:
Henna, sewing services
My name is Shakeela and I am from Pakistan. When I was young, I learned Henna by myself. I really enjoyed applying henna and I got experience by practicing on people's hands.
I have learned sewing from Youtube videos. Now, I started stitching my own clothes and loved it so much that now I can stitch all types of clothing.
Claudia
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Offerings:
Food, Flowers arrangements
Hola! I'm Claudia from Colombia. I have been living in NZ for 4 years and love my life in Nelson. Making gifts in general and toys for any occasion is something I enjoy a lot. I'm glad to be part of opportunities Cultural Conversations provided, particularly to join in many craft activities.
15 min
From 50 New Zealand dollars
1 hr
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Garima
Offerings:
Indian, Sri Lankan, Nepalese & Fiji Grocery store
Garima and her husband moved to Nelson. After marriage, she worked various jobs but switched to taxi driving to accommodate her daughter's schedule. Seeking a more stable business, they bought a grocery store in Nelson, the only one offering a full range of Indian subcontinent groceries. Despite challenges, they've grown the business and aim to expand it into a supermarket.
10 hr
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Harleen
Offerings:
IT Support
Namaskar! I'm Harleen from the Punjab State of India. Sunny Nelson has been my home for three years. I enjoy sports and love to go to the gym at least 4 to 5 times a week. I also play basketball during the weekends. Cultural Conversations is a wonderful place for me to meet other women and join in the sewing workshops.
1 hr
40 New Zealand dollars
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Swati
Offerings:
Indian Head & Shoulders massages
Myself Swatiben Patel, From India. I have been living in New Zealand for 2 years. Being creative and sharing my personal knowledge about resin art work is my hobby, I am a self taught artist, and I learn through my years of experiences, from my childhood I have a passion towards artwork, I Really appreciate Cultural Conversations to give me this opportunity to showcase my talent.
Read MoreEnjoy the nourishment treatment of a head or shoulder massage.
30 min
30 New Zealand dollars
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Fadia
Offerings:
Palestinian Food
My name is Fadia Al-Husseini, and I come from the vibrant city of Jerusalem, Palestine, though I was born and raised in Jordan. For me, food is more than just sustenance—it's an art form filled with passion and love. Every dish I create is a reflection of that love, making each meal a unique experience. With years of expertise in food preparation, pastry arts, wedding planning, and cake making.
1 hr
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Aunouska
Offerings:
Midwife
My name is Aunouska Myer. I grew up in London and have been a midwife since 2005. I am trained in New Zealand and am currently based in Nelson. I also spent five years in Samoa with my husband, Brad, and our two daughters, Avalon and Imogen, where I supported women during childbirth. Since returning to Nelson in 2023 as a community midwife, I am deeply passionate about providing care and support to women and families in our community.
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Kalpana
Laitflang
Mixed Roots
Offerings:
Personalised Indian cooking classes & corporate events, seasonings & blends, spiced honeys, hot stuff curry oil.
Kia ora & Namaste! I love to think of myself as “The Original Spice Girl”! Born into a family who’s love language can best be described as “food”, I set about re-discovering the authentic and rich flavours that I grew up... to re-create memories & flavours that reminded me of my grandmothers and my mother. I also tweaked these to stay true, while adapting to our changing tastes.
Read MorePersonalised Indian cooking classes & corporate events, seasonings & blends, spiced honey, curry oil
1 hr
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Doris
Offerings:
Hair braiding and extensions
Hola! I am Doris and I came from Colombia and been in nelson since 2023. In Colombia I was a hair stylist. I am offering hair braiding and extensions. I am married and has 3 sons. I like to read The Bible and organise her house. I love bright colours. I recently joined Cultural conversations and I love being a part of Global stitch up community.
1 hr
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Wahida
1 hr
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Offerings
10 hr
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40 New Zealand dollars30 min
30 New Zealand dollars
15 min
From 50 New Zealand dollars1 hr
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