Casper Christensen

Nostia is a women’s personal safety brand founded to help women feel more prepared, capable and connected. Trading as Nostos Technologies Pty Ltd, the Sydney-focused organisation brings together practical training, community and technology to support safer everyday experiences. Its approach is built on the belief that awareness is a skill: women can learn to recognise warning signs, trust their instincts and decide how to respond.

Nostia’s three pillars are Tribe, Skills and Tech. Tribe centres on connection through walks, conversations and gatherings, with an app planned to help women find one another. Skills training covers awareness, red flags, de-escalation, boundary-setting and practical self-defence, with an emphasis on simple techniques rehearsed until they become familiar. Technology is intended to connect women with trusted people when needed.

Nostia is preparing its first self-defence gathering in Sydney: a one-day event for 21 women introducing three disciplines and a focused set of practical skills. The gathering is not yet open for booking; women can join the waitlist for early updates as details are finalised.