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

Public Events

Saturday 16th May -

"Making sense of sleep: What works and why" - 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
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 - Dunedin
When: Friday 15th of May 2026
Where: Westend Stories Cafe (in Iwikau Building Foyer)
Time: 10am - 11am

Events for Psychologists

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

If you are in Auckland - please check your emails for more information and the form to register - by 8th May

Waikato Branch are inviting Waikato-based NZPsS members to host small, local Psychology Week events within their own workplaces or communities.

“Haere mai ki te kawhe, hui tahi mai, nā mātou
Have a coffee. Connect. On us”

This might be something simple, such as a morning tea, breakfast, or informal kōrero with colleagues. The branch is offering a contribution to those hosting an event to support the costs. If you are in Waikato branch, please check your emails for more details and the form to register your interest in hosting an event. 

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