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Dare to Dream.

Dame Sophie Pascoe has inspired generations of New Zealanders with her achievements in the swimming pool. Now as a Westpac ambassador, she’s now inspiring wahine with her words.

Powered by Westpac, Sophie’s Dare to Dream programme is helping young people around the country embrace their own differences and reach for the stars.

Sophie talks to students about how she overcame adversity, accepted who she is and found what motivated her to become a successful athlete.

Dame Sophie Pascoe with Christchurch wahine.

By channelling the power of positivity, setting goals and working relentlessly to achieve them, Sophie has become not just a sporting icon but a role model for young New Zealanders, both in and out of the pool.

We’re proud to be working with her to drive real change in young New Zealanders’ lives and inspire them to be the best they can be.