Transforming the future of teens lives. Where research meets real life.
We are changing the trajectory for teens
At Pretty Bold, we know the pre-teen and early teen years are critical for shaping confidence, resilience, and wellbeing. That’s why we’ve created Brave Minds—a transformative 10-week programme, backed by research and the real voices of young people. Each week, girls explore the issues that matter most today—body image, belief systems, brain and body changes, technology, and social media—through practical, relatable activities that truly resonate. Grounded in neuroscience and holistic well-being our approach equips girls with the tools and confidence they need before challenges become crises.
Our impact
Pretty Bold is dedicated to the well-being of young women, We mentor girls through our transformative in-person programs and retreats, tackling the issues pre-teens and teens are facing in a word that is fast paced and ever changing. By creating space for connection, confidence, and the tools to navigate growing up. Our 10-week mentorship programme is like a school for building confidence and self-belief, supporting girls to thrive in their mental, social and emotional well-being.
After school programme
Holiday Retreats
School programmes
Accessible to all, our foundational programme is free
From our founder
“The research tells us exactly what teens need—but very few are delivering it in ways that truly impact young girls’ lives.
These are the vital conversations schools and health organisations across New Zealand are missing.
Today, teens and their families are struggling more than ever in a world that’s changing faster than we ever experienced.
At Pretty Bold, we step in early—normalising these conversations and equipping young people with the tools they need. Because this should not be a crisis; it’s simply part of being a teenager, and every young girl deserves to be supported during this critical stage.”.
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I honestly can’t thank you enough, my heart is so full to see my girl so happy to just ‘be’. To be her authentic self and feel proud of that. She felt connected, worthy and understood. What a gorgeous and fulfilling experience, we are so grateful.
-pre-teen retreat parent
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The course is amazing! It teaches you tools and skills to put you on the pathway to growing and healing, how to celebrate yourself which I have learnt is so important. It is lead by some incredible women. They are so inspiring and I am happy I got to be apart of it.
-Izzy, Brave Minds participant
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What you ladies do, does make a difference. I feel stoked as a Mum to be able to give my daughter this opportunity. This is the way forward, I truly believe it, thank you!
- Parent of Teen
