World Dream Day Aotearoa 2025
Event description
For the very first time, Aotearoa, New Zealand joins the global celebration of World Dream Day - a day dedicated to the power of dreams, vision, and collective possibility.
This intimate inaugural gathering will bring together some of New Zealand’s biggest dreamers, doers, and changemakers to:
Share stories of bold dreams and what it takes to pursue them
Spark conversations about the future we imagine for Aotearoa
Connect with like-minded visionaries who believe in the power of dreaming big
Enjoy highlights from the global World Dream Day celebrations
Plant the seeds for World Dream Day Aotearoa to grow into a national celebration of dreaming big.
Together, we will pause to dream, reflect, and co-create a vision of what’s possible for ourselves, our communities, our country, and our world.
Why Attend?
Be part of the very first World Dream Day Aotearoa event
Connect with like-minded dreamers and changemakers
Experience the magic of collective visioning in an uplifting, supportive space
Leave inspired with fresh ideas, renewed hope, and meaningful connections
Hear from inspiring speakers:
Cam Calkoen - That Awesome Guy, 2020 NZ Speaker of The Year
Cam Calkoen is a dreamer, a doer, and a champion of possibility. Born with Cerebral Palsy and told that walking and talking would be his greatest challenges, Cam was determined not to let these predictions define his future. He dreamed big, taking on the world with a spirit of resilience and ambition that would shape every step of his journey.
Driven by a belief that life is what we make it, Cam has made it his mission to embrace every opportunity and challenge. His story is a testament to strength, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
"I believe in a world where everyone is inspired to see their opportunity and through doing so, dream BIG! It is dreams that have brought the world to what we see today, dreams will also propel the world into the future."
Instagram: @camcalkoen
Dr Bex Bell - Inner Coach Guide & Dream Alchemist
Dr Bex Bell is a leadership coach, author, speaker, and founder of Remix Coaching. Bex knows that when we aim high, the Inner Critic inevitably shows up. Blending her diverse background in forensic psychology, health and fitness, and high-performance coaching, Dr Bex teaches people how to turn their Inner Critic into their fiercest ally: the Inner Coach.
With practical tools, uplifting insights, and straight-up real talk, Bex helps dreamers turn self-doubt into courage and take bold, inspired action.
"Because a braver, more creative Aotearoa starts with hearts ready to rise together."
Instagram: @drbex_remixcoaching/
Sobhna and Nimeesha Odedra - Co-founders Sobhna's
A mother daughter business making delicious and truly authentic versatile Indian Curry Pastes and Spice Blends started out as a hobby when Sobhna was not able to re-enter the labour market due to her age. With roots in local farmers markets to becoming a bona fide kick-ass online business. And all while Nimeesha finished her doctoral thesis into the careers of skilled migrant women. Hear their story of turning their dream into reality despite the challenges they faced.
Instagram: @sobhnasnz
Facebook: @sobhnasNZ
Be part of the global World Dream Day celebrations:
World Dream Day Aotearoa is part of the global World Dream Day celebration, where dreamers from around the world come together to imagine and create a brighter future. Alongside our in-person gathering in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland we’ll be tuning into highlights from the international online event, featuring inspiring dreamers and changemakers sharing their visions across the globe. You can explore the full global programme here: World Dream Day Online
Hosted by:
Michelle Keating - NZ World Dream Day Ambassador. Founder, Dreamers Collective & Author of Shine
Michelle's experience of chasing big dreams - including going to Paris to buy a pair of Louboutin shoes & leaving her 9-5 career to chase her business dreams, which led her to presenting over 500 workshops for global stationery brand kikki.K - inspired her to create Dreamers Collective, a community dedicated to helping bridge the gap between dreams and reality. She wholeheartedly believes in the power of dreaming big and the transformation that occurs when we put our dreams front and centre in our lives.
www.michellekeating.com
www.dreamerscollective.co
Instagram: @dreamers.collective.co
Facebook: @dreamerscollective.co
Threads: @dreamers.collective.co
With only 30 seats available, this intimate gathering will fill quickly!
Secure your spot now and don’t miss being part of an exciting moment in New Zealand's history.
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