Psychology Week
Each year the NZPsS has a national Psychology Week.
This initiative aims to celebrate psychology, psychologists and showcase the practical ways psychology can be used in everyday life and help people, families/whanau and communities find ways to increase their psychological wellbeing.
Psychology Week features events involving the New Zealand Psychological Society psychologists across the country including public events and media articles on a range of issues. The public are welcome at many events.
The theme for this year is Moemoeā: Remember the past and dream for the future
Psychology Week will take place from 11th-17th May, 2026
All online events require registration via the Gecco platform (requires name and email address) in order to receive the Zoom link for the workshop.
Public Events
Holding Both: Grief and Hope in a Changing World
Wednesday 13th May - 12noon - 1pm
Free online workshop with Gabrielle Feather - PhD candidate focussing on mental health impacts of ecological crisises
This workshop explores how people can stay psychologically well and connected to what matters in the face of uncertainty and change. It will include working with climate-related distress. Find out more and register here: https://nzps.gecco.co.nz/event-manager/ViewEvent/216
Making sense of sleep: What works and why
Saturday 16th May - 4pm - 5.30pm
Free online workshop with sleep psychologist - Dr Nicola Cann.
This workshop offers a more practical and evidence-based way to understand and improve sleep. You’ll learn the key biological and psychological drivers of sleep, why common problems happen, and which changes tend to make the biggest difference. Find out more and register here: https://nzps.gecco.co.nz/event-manager/ViewEvent/213
Kawhe and Kōrero - throughout the week
The IEDP are hosting a series of kawhe and kōrero sessions as a chance to connect during psychology week. These sessions are open to all members of the public who have an interest in learning more about educational psychology. Check out if there is a kawhe and kōrero near you, and pop in during the allocated time for a kawhe on us.
Te Whanganui-a-Tara - Wellington
When: Monday 11th of May 2026
Where: Swimsuit Cafe, Te Herenga Waka (Vic Uni)
Time: 10am - 11am
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Tussock Cafe, Massey University, Wellington
Time: 10am - 11am
Tauranga Moana
When: Tuesday 12th of May 2026
Where: Alimento Cafe, First Avenue Tauranga
Time: 10am - 11am
Te Papaioea - Palmerston North
When: Tuesday 12th of May 2026
Where: Wharerata Cafe, University Ave, Turitea
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Tāmaki Makaurau - Auckland:
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Crave Cafe, Morning Side, Central Auckland
Time: 12-1pm (arrive in the first half hour for kawhe on us)
Ōtautahi - Christchurch
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Westend Stories Cafe (in Iwikau Building Foyer)
Time: 10am - 11am
The Institute of Community Psychology Aotearoa (IComPA) invites students and friends of community psychology to join us for a coffee to celebrate Psychology Week. Join us for a free drink, chat and celebration of our past and future.
Kirikiriroa - Hamilton
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Kahurangi Café, University of Waikato
Time: 10.30am
Tauranga Moana
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Grindz Café, 50 First Ave
Time: 10.30am
Events for Psychologists
Te Tiriti o Waitangi informed Psychology
Wed 13th May, 12pm - 2pm
Free online mini workshop with Dr. Rose Black and Dr Kyle Tan
In this two- hour 'taster' session we will explore what Te Tiriti o Waitangi means for psychology in Aotearoa New Zealand. It will touch on historical and contemporary contexts relevant for developing understanding about the importance of Te Tiriti to psychology practice and research. Find out more and register: https://nzps.gecco.co.nz/event-manager/ViewEvent/218
Auckland branch is hosting a relaxed brunch at Hilltop House — a lovely opportunity to connect with fellow Auckland members over good food and conversation.
???? Hill House Café, Hillsborough
???? Sunday 17 May, 11:00am–1:00pm
Coaching Psychologists are invited to join us for lunch and korero about coaching psychology.
1 pm, Friday 15th May at the
BNZ Partner Centre, 55 Corinthian Drive, Albany
Limited Spaces- please RSVP:
