Patron

Paralympics New Zealand is honoured to have Her Excellency The Right Honourable Dame Cindy Kiro, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General of New Zealand as Patron. She accepted the role in March 2022.

In accepting the appointment Her Excellency said:
“I am looking forward to working with Paralympics New Zealand and our inspirational Paralympians and Para athletes. Their high-performance sporting achievements positively influence perceptions of people with disabilities, and promote a more diverse and inclusive society.”

There has been exponential growth in interest and support of the Paralympic Movement and Para sport, both nationally and internationally in recent years. PNZ’s Strategic Plan 2021-2032 has a vision ‘through Para sport lives will be transformed’. The strategy recognises the value and importance of Para sport to all New Zealanders, and PNZ’s aspirations for the future. We very much look forward to Her Excellency’s involvement and support to us in our goals.