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SUMMARY:CANZ National Education Programme: Head\, Heart\, Hands and Feet - a lighthearted approach to a serious subject
DESCRIPTION:This is a free event for Celebrants Aotearoa New Zealand members only.\n\n\nJoin us for the sixth instalment of the 2026 CANZ National Education programme.\n\n\nHead\, Heart\, Hands and Feet!\nA lighthearted approach to a serious subject with Mel Stuart\, proudly sponsored by the CANZ Auckland branch.\n\n\n\nGet your ticket to this exciting free event here! \nCelebrants Aotearoa National Executive warmly invite you to join them for the sixth instalment of the 2026 National Education Programme workshops. \n\nThis session covers: \n\nHow do we know when we are meeting all of our legal\, ethical and professional obligations as marriage or funeral celebrants?\nWhat laws and policies do we most need to keep in mind\, when we meet with clients\, and work with others in the ceremony/event space?\n\nIn this one-hour presentation\, Mel will explore the most significant legislation and principles that apply to celebrants in Aotearoa New Zealand. She’ll break the issues down into “bite sized pieces”\, and cover marriage equality\, BDM documentation\, privacy principles and copyright\, as well as health and safety\, anti-competitive practice\, inclusion\, and setting appropriate professional boundaries. \nVCANZ professional competencies covered in this presentation include: \n\n\nProfessional practice 1.2\, 1.5\, 1.6\, 1.7\nProfessional knowledge 2.1\, 2.2\, 2.3\, 3.1 and 3.2\n\nMel has been a marriage and funeral celebrant in central Auckland for 15 years. She holds a law degree\, Bachelor of Arts\, and a Diploma in Celebrant Studies. She is a validated member of Celebrants Aotearoa\, and has previously been the professional advisor to the CANZ National Executive. \nRegister to attend here!
URL:https://celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/event/head-heart-hands-feet/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Member Only Events,National Education Programme
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SUMMARY:CANZ National Education Programme: Rainbow Inclusivity 101 - Affirming our Rainbow Clients
DESCRIPTION:This is a free event for Celebrants Aotearoa New Zealand members only.\n\n\nCelebrants Aotearoa National Executive warmly invite you to join them for the seventh and final instalment of the National Education Programme workshops. \nRAINBOW Inclusivity 101 – Affirming our Rainbow Clients\nFacilitated by Andi Harness\nThis workshop is proudly sponsored by the CANZ Canterbury branch \nEvent details\nDate: Tuesday 20 October 2026\nTime: 7:00pm – 9:00pm\nWhere: Online via zoom (zoom details will be emailed upon registration)\nCost: Free for all CANZ members\, proudly sponsored by the CANZ Canterbury branch \nLeading this relevant\, dynamic workshop\, Andi Harness (The RAINBOW Celebrant)\, gives an overview of challenges facing Rainbow communities in todays constantly evolving world and demystifies the following topics to support Marriage and Funeral Celebrants when engaging with our LGBTTQIA+: \n\nMarriage Tips\nTransgender Funeral Considerations\nGender Identities\nSexuality\nTerminology (i.e. LGBTTQIA+ and more)\nPronouns\nGender Inclusive & Neutral Language\nDiscrimination\, Stereotyping\, Labelling\n\nThere’ll be thought-provoking participation elements\, alongside fascinating insights. So bring your curiosity and openness to this safe and encouraging workshop. You’ll leave with newfound awareness\, and the confidence and tools to create an inclusive environment for all. \nVCANZ professional competencies covered in this workshop: \n\n1.1\, 1.2\, 1.6\, 1.7\, 2.1 and 3.2\n\nGet your ticket to this exciting free event here!\nTHE RAINBOW CELEBRANT \nAndi (she\, they) identifies as Queer\, is a Marriage & Funeral VCANZ Celebrant\, certified End of Life Doula and a co-ordinator for Wellington’s ‘Dying Matters Week’. \nShe’s attained the NZ Diploma in Business (Leadership & Management)\, Certificate in Celebrant Studies\, Certified EOL Doula and studied at the prestigious Toi Whakaari NZ Drama School towards a Bachelor of Performing Arts Management. \nHer background includes event management\, show production\, stage and film performance as well as business operations. \nHistorically she’s enjoyed a 25 year stint as a Drag King\, being a producer and performer with gender-bending\, comedy troupe ‘The Drag Kings Aotearoa’ who’ve travelled throughout NZ and Australia. \n \nFind out more about Andi here.
URL:https://celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/event/canz-national-education-programme-rainbow-inclusivity-101-affirming-our-rainbow-clients/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Member Only Events,National Education Programme
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261027T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T123000
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SUMMARY:Connect Local South Auckland | Celebrants Catchup and Coffee Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The Connect Local South Auckland branch invite you to come along for a much overdue get-together. A great opportunity to meet up with celebrants old and new. Your local is renowned for their delicious coffee and this is a great opportunity to enjoy a coffee tasting of their range with a private guided coffee tasting. \nSpaces are limited\, get in quick and book your ticket below! \nActivities will include: \n\nPrivate guided coffee tasting\n\nEvent details: \nDate: Tuesday 27 October 2026\nTime: 11:00am – 12:30pm \nWhere: Your Local Coffee Roasters Brew Bar and Roastery\, 173 Manukau Road\, Pukekohe \nCost: This is a FREE event for CANZ members \nInclusions: One free drink voucher. Lunch and food available for purchase. \nGet your free ticket for this event here – spaces are limited!
URL:https://celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/event/connect-local-south-auckland-celebrants-catchup-and-coffee-tasting/
LOCATION:Your Local Coffee Roasters Brew Bar and Roastery\, 173 Manukau Road\, Pukekohe\, Auckland\, 2120\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland Branch,Connect Local South Auckland,Member Only Events
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SUMMARY:Workshop: How to become a validated member (VCANZ)
DESCRIPTION:Making VCANZ easy! It’s a must-do to ensure your submission is AMAZING. \n\n\n\n\nThis is an extremely useful and practical workshop\, with a no-nonsense walk-through of the VCANZ process for those who have not yet submitted their VCANZ. \nYou only need to attend a VCANZ workshop once. \nIn preparation for the workshop (recommended but not essential) it is suggested you: \n\nFamiliarise yourself with the eligibility criteria and application process\nThink about what professional development (branch workshops\, conferences\, books\, videos\, lectures\, first aid course\, work-related professional development that may be relevant) that you have participated in.\n\nIf you complete this beforehand\, you will get the most out of the walk-through we are going to do. \nTerms and conditions \n\nWe require a minimum of six participants to run these workshops. If there are less than six participants\, we’ll advise you\, and move your registration to the next available workshop.\nThere are no refunds for this workshop.\nIn the unlikely event\, that a workshop is cancelled at short notice\, you will be rescheduled to a future date.\nIf you’re unable to attend this event\, email us and we’ll ensure you’re scheduled onto the next available workshop. 
URL:https://celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/event/vcanz/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Member Only Events,VCANZ Workshop
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SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Session
DESCRIPTION:An introductory session for new members. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us as we share information on what Celebrants Aotearoa New Zealand (CANZ) offers you in your membership\, the structure of the organisation\, important communications to look out for\, and a brief intro to the membership site. \nYou’ll also learn about professional development options\, and it’s a great opportunity to ask any questions. \nThis session is facilitated by Anna Flanagan\, President of the National Executive team\, and is open to any member that has joined Celebrants Aotearoa within the last six months. \nRegister for free by clicking here!
URL:https://celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/event/new-member-welcome-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Member Only Events,New Member Sessions
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