I’m a passionate champion of community leaders and organisations. I have a diverse background in founding, leading, and volunteering for charities across Aotearoa
New Zealand.
ROCHELLE STEWART-ALLEN
My journey into community work began early, witnessing disparities in Fiji at 7 and volunteering for charity work at 11, fueling my passion for fairness. As I became an adult, volunteering became my leadership training, culminating in a life-changing trip to India in 2008, after which I founded Daya Trust to educate women and girls.
After seven years, burnout from juggling unpaid charity work and a job led to a two-year recovery. Despite this, my love for the community sector remained strong. I embraced NGO leadership
full-time focusing on rebuilding and stabilising organisations, applying strategic thinking, forging partnerships, and revitalising donor relationships.
Today, my commitment to the NGO sector remains stronger than ever. I continue to learn, grow, and contribute to communities, driven by a deep sense of belonging and purpose. These insights have shaped my approach, emphasising tenacity, self-care, and adaptability as key to navigating the sector’s complexities.
Let’s explore how I can help
you shift from overwhelm
to thriving!