KIA ORA AND WELCOME
I'm Pip
Philip Patston, Managing Director, Diversity New Zealand Ltd
Over four decades, Diversity New Zealand has served hundreds of individuals and organisations,
Along with my team of colleagues, our clients have taken significant strides (not baby steps) in awareness of diversity, research, social change, creativity, and leadership development.
How I can help you...
Open for work
I’m open to new opportunities — short- or long-term, collaborative or independent.
I bring experience in leadership, diversity, systems thinking, facilitation, and creative strategy.
Whether you need:
- guidance through change or complexity
- mentoring to build confidence and clarity
- co-development that honours diverse voices
- or a fresh lens on inclusion, equity, and belonging ...
I can help you think differently, act courageously, and create impact that lasts.
Let's talk...
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Thoughts and ruminations
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