Our patron

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Patron

We are deeply honoured and privileged to have the Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General of New Zealand, serving as our Patron.

As the representative of the Head of State, Her Excellency’s patronage underscores the national significance of our mission to foster memory, promote human rights education, and encourage social harmony across Aotearoa New Zealand.