Those who identify as women or non-binary people may experience unique challenges in their career journeys. Join us for a panel discussion with four inspirational and diverse speakers as they share stories about how they have navigated their careers. The purpose of this event is to create a safe space to share stories to gain insights from four-panel speakers for current UC students and graduates.
- When: Tuesday 25 July
- Time: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
- Location: Te Moana 226, Rehua

About the Speakers
Grace Schrader Manuera (she/her)
Grace is a beginning kaiako at Girls High. She has a passion for helping people, education and Te Ao Māori. During her study, Grace was active around campus, involved in the Kaiāwhina Moana Project, a tuākana for ākonga Māori, and as a tutor and mentor.
Chris Beardsley (she/her)
Chris is the director of Performance Matters Limited and has been consulting for 25 years after holding a variety of senior management roles after beginning her career in the education sector. She is skilled in conflict resolution, coaching, and facilitation.
Dr Hafsa Ahmed (she/her)
Hafsa, currently a lecturer at Lincoln University, has had a portfolio career that has included a range of projects and roles all contributing to her growth as a person. She was instrumental in establishing Lady Khadija Trust and is passionate about developing leadership skills in migrant communities.
Ari Nicholson (they/them)
Ari’s career has focused on community and youth development. They are the Senior Rainbow Advisor at UC as well as a restorative justice facilitator, an educator for The Collaborative Trust and an independent contractor. Beyond work, Ari is a parent and local Cantabrian.
See you there!
Ngā mihi nui,
Te Rōpū Rapuara | Careers
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