Cindy Kiro
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
3
Honours
1
Records
Kiro's career is distinguished by her pioneering role as the first Māori woman Governor-General, a historic achievement that has inspired Indigenous communities across New Zealand and beyond. Her work in public health and child advocacy has earned her national honours and honorary doctorates, reflecting her significant contributions to social justice and Māori health equity.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
For services to child wellbeing and Māori health
Queen's Service Order
For public services
Dame of the Order of St John
Reflecting her connection to St John New Zealand
Records & Feats
First Māori woman to serve as Governor-General of New Zealand
Kiro became the first Māori woman and the third person of Māori descent to hold the office of Governor-General.