08/03/2026
International Women’s Week Reflection
This week was a really meaningful one.
Instead of just celebrating International Women’s Day, we wanted to create an International Women’s Week within the Zone Blue community. The idea was to host a series of events led by women while also supporting female-led businesses here in Wellington.
There were so many highlights. Meeting incredible women like Sophie, listening to inspiring stories from Steph, Amanda, Becca and Amelia, watching Charlotte shine, having Sophie help me organise the week, and seeing Julie lead a beautiful meditation. It was also amazing seeing the women lead the warm-ups and take over the speed session.
I also learned a lot this week. Even something as simple as the colours behind the movement. I wore green intentionally, which symbolises hope. Hope for more opportunities for women and more open conversations about the challenges women face.
For me, being an ambassador is about uplifting the community and supporting people, even in spaces where I’m still learning and growing in my understanding. Just because this was a women-led initiative doesn’t mean I can’t support it. If anything, it’s important that we show up, listen, and help create space for those voices.
Even though the week is coming to an end, the mission doesn’t stop.
A huge thank you to all the amazing women, local businesses, the Zone Blue community, and Lululemon for supporting this initiative.
Because real change doesn’t happen when we work against each other.
It happens when we work together.
📷 .overeem