Supporting access to men’s groups in Aotearoa, New Zealand

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Purpose

What is a men’s group?

A men’s group is a safe space for men to speak openly and listen deeply in a supportive and structured format (confidential and non-judgemental). Continued participation in a men’s group can improve the mental and emotional health of the men involved and creates men with a strong sense of belonging and purpose -- men who confidently and safely express their needs in relationship, community and society. The goal of a men's group is pure self-development and self-empowerment. There is no hierarchy and there are no religious, political or cultural affiliations or agendas.

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A men’s group is a safe space for men to speak openly and listen deeply in a supportive and structured format (confidential and non-judgemental). Continued participation in a men’s group can improve the mental and emotional health of the men involved and creates men with a strong sense of belonging and purpose -- men who confidently and safely express their needs in relationship, community and society. The goal of a men's group is pure self-development and self-empowerment. There is no hierarchy and there are no religious, political or cultural affiliations or agendas.

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About us

NZ Men’s Group Network is a volunteer organisation which helps create and provide access to men’s groups in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Men in our network have been involved in establishing and coordinating men’s groups and events for more than 25 years. We actively promote men's work, form and mentor new groups, hold retreats, and organise events such as the annual International Men's Open Day in Nelson.

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NZ Men’s Group Network is a volunteer organisation which helps create and provide access to men’s groups in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Men in our network have been involved in establishing and coordinating men’s groups and events for more than 25 years. We actively promote men's work, form and mentor new groups, hold retreats, and organise events such as the annual International Men's Open Day in Nelson.

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Groups

We represent 46 men’s groups in regions all across New Zealand
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Events

Men’s retreats, workshops, and other events are happening year-round in a region near you
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Friday, 1 May 2026
Upcoming: Friday, 1 May

Wellington Men's Group Autumn Weekend Retreat

Palm Grove Community Camp, Kapiti Coast
This weekend retreat is for men who have already begun their personal journey of self-discovery and inquiry.
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Thursday, 14 May 2026
Upcoming: Thursday, 14 May

Essentially Men Facilitation Training

Karanga Camp, Auckland
The intention is to develop and extend our capacity to work facilitatively with self and another/others... as coaches, mentors, brothers.
Info & registration
Friday, 29 May 2026
Upcoming: Friday, 29 May

King's Birthday Men's Retreat

Rotoiti Outdoor Education Lodge, St Arnaud, Tasman
The spiritual centre of our men's work in the Nelson region, this event has meet twice yearly since the mid 1990’s. Men share food, lodging, connection and deep circle work.
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Friday, 12 June 2026
Upcoming: Friday, 12 June

Men Being Real

Karanga Camp, Auckland
Men Being Real is for any man who knows he could get more out of life. Whether your life is working well or you have some things to sort out, you will find this workshop a powerful journey of personal discovery.
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Benefits

Men's work creates better men, with many benefits for each man and his community
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"Less isolation, more connection, community, belonging"
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"Breaking patterns and cycles in relationships, addiction, etc."
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"Opening up, learning to feel and speak about emotions"
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"Dealing with grief and loss, overcoming depression and isolation"
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"Finding happiness or peace, more resilience in the face of adversity"
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"Speaking up for oneself and truly being heard, without judgement"
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"Reducing negative self-talk, gaining greater self-worth and confidence"
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"Exploring feelings of anger in a strong, safe container"
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"Learning better communication, more honest and effective"
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"Setting healthy boundaries in relationships, with family, and at work"
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"Being supported and challenged when needed, learning and growing"
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"Experiencing a strong brotherhood built on safety, acceptance & trust"
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"Owning one’s own actions, rather than blaming others"
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"Being accountable, following through with commitments"
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"Facing up to facts, being honest with self and others, no bullshitting"
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"Healing childhood trauma, wounds or unprocessed emotions"
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"Reconnecting with creativity, passion and purpose"
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"Developing emotionally maturity, to be more capable partners, fathers & mentors"
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"Demonstrating commitment, showing up every time no matter what"
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"Dropping the mask, speaking and acting more authentically"
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"Sharing deep, meaningful friendships with other men"
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"Feeling solid and capable through support from peers and mentors"
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"Becoming less judgmental, more accepting of people and outcomes"
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"Learning it’s okay to be a man and to express healthy masculine energy"

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