Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand (IWCNZ)

The Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand (IWCNZ) is a group that was formed to cater specifically for the needs of Muslim women around the country. Formed in 1991, IWCNZ recognises all Muslim women in New Zealand as its members. Each regional woman’s group nominates representatives annually to serve on the IWCNZ Administrative council. IWCNZ provides representation for Muslim women and girls’ youth and is committed to working with all groups to enhance unity amongst the Muslim Ummah in New Zealand. IWCNZ regional representatives and Administration Council meet regularly in teleconferences throughout the year to discuss current nationwide projects as well as keep communication lines open between the regions and their various local activities. In this way, Muslim women around the country can remain in touch with one another and access helpful people and resources. On a regional level, IWCNZ members autonomously run a large variety of programmes and events to cater for their own unique communities.