Creating inclusive, safe & thriving environments, one compassionate, meaningful connection at a time.
At Hend Zaki Consulting, we design, customise, and deliver programmes, workshops and mentoring initiatives to:
Help organisations and leaders create more inclusive, safe, and thriving work environments.
Support women from diverse backgrounds and emerging leaders to build the confidence, clarity, and connections they need to belong and thrive professionally.
Build cross-cultural understanding, connections, and respect.
We believe that inclusive, safe, and thriving environments begin with compassionate, meaningful connections. This lies at the heart of our mahi.
All offerings are practical, interactive, and evidence-based, drawing on insights from Dr. Hend Zaki’s PhD research, professional and lived experience.
Are you ready to create a more inclusive, safe, and thriving environment?
Do you want to build meaningful connections and thrive in your workplace?
We're here to help! Our practical and interactive programmes & workshops will give you the tools and confidence to thrive.
Let’s start this journey together!
Connect & Thrive: Networking and Speed Mentoring Event is a unique opportunity for women from diverse backgrounds to build meaningful connections, share knowledge and experiences, and gain insights from experienced mentors & professionals. For more information, please visit the Event Page.
Learn & Thrive: Navigating Workplace Change with Confidence is a workshop designed for women starting a new role, navigating organisational change, or stepping into leadership. Through interactive sessions and speed mentoring with experienced leaders, participants gain practical strategies to build confidence and thrive during times of transition. For more information, please visit the Workshop Page.
Testimonials
“Hend Zaki is a very authentic and evidence based speaker. She brings a deeper understanding about identity formation, social cohesion, and inclusive work culture through her research into New Zealand Muslim identity.”
“Hend is a deep thinker who excels at drawing together knowledge, experiences and perspectives from a diverse range of sources to deliver insightful advice and actionable recommendations. She takes a considered and measured approach but always has the courage to champion her values and drive forwards her vision of a more equitable workplace and world. Hend has a remarkable capacity for work and is usually committed to several strategic initiatives at once. Even so, she always has the time to support, connect, empower and uplift others, deftly navigating challenging conversations as she goes. ”
“I’ve had the pleasure of participating in Hend’s Connect & Thrive initiative twice, and each experience has been inspiring and genuinely worthwhile.
Hend has a remarkable ability to bring women together and create a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone feels encouraged to share, learn and grow. The conversations are authentic, the connections are meaningful, and every session leaves you with new perspectives and practical insights.
What stands out most is Hend’s genuine passion for empowering women and helping them build confidence, expand their networks, and support one another. Her dedication and care shine through in every detail of the programme.
I highly recommend Connect & Thrive to any woman looking to connect with an incredible community, learn from others’ experiences, and be inspired to thrive both personally and professionally.”
“We were very lucky to have Hend Zaki deliver a module for our Year 2 students on building social capital and networking. The session highlighted why relationships matter in professional life and how social capital is built and maintained through intentional networking. Hend prepared a lecture and speed networking activity which were so valuable for our students. She talked about her own experiences as a student and how being brave and taking a chance can lead to exciting opportunities. She also organised a set of speed networking conversations with mentors, in which the students could practice networking with industry professionals in a safe, close-to-real-life situation. This gave them a chance to learn about the industry they will go into when they graduate, and to start creating their own industry networks. Overall, it was an insightful and empowering experience for our cohort, and we are grateful to Hend for sharing her time, expertise, and connections.”
“It was a privilege to mentor at the Connect & Thrive event —the diversity of wāhine sharing their journeys and insights made it a truly inspiring space for growth and connection. Thank you to the organisers for creating such a powerful platform that champions visibility, mentorship, and community.”