About Us
Fertility NZ exists to support, inform and stand with all people in Aotearoa New Zealand facing fertility challenges. We know that infertility can be an isolating and emotional journey and our role is to ensure that nobody walks it alone.
Our Vision: Everyone gets the support they need during their fertility experience.
Our Mission: We walk alongside all people facing fertility challenges.
We are committed to providing reliable information, compassionate support and a strong voice for those navigating fertility challenges. Our goal is to improve experiences, raise awareness, and champion equitable access to fertility services across New Zealand.
What We Do
Support: Through volunteer-led support groups, workshops, webinars, and a nationwide helpline, we create safe spaces for people to share experiences, connect, and find hope.
Information: Our fact sheets, videos, digital library, and awareness campaigns provide clear, evidence-based resources to guide decision-making.
Advocacy: We represent the voice of those facing fertility challenges in medical, ethical, and policy discussions, championing fair and equitable access to fertility care.
Fertility NZ has a vision of a ‘fertility friendly’ and fertility-aware New Zealand where:
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Infertility is recognised, understood and supported.
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All people faced with the medical condition of infertility have access to appropriate, timely and fully-funded medical treatment.
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All people have the information necessary to enable them to make informed decisions regarding their fertility.
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Young New Zealanders learn about fertility preservation.
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Fertility and all alternative forms of whānau building are respected and valued.
Our Story
Fertility NZ was founded in 1990, originally as The Fertility Society of New Zealand following the merging of regional infertility societies. In 2002, we became Fertility NZ. More than three decades later, we remain a trusted, independent Charitable Trust, governed by a Board, supported by over 60 volunteers, and led by our CEO.