Ms Deborah Bush, MNZM of Christchurch, for services to women’s health
Ms Bush co-founded and serves as Chief Executive of Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ). ENZ engages with key stakeholders, including the New Zealand Government, to address endometriosis as a major public health issue and improve health services for 120,000 girls and women with the condition. ENZ received the Commonwealth Award for Excellence under Ms Bush’s leadership. She developed the world’s first Menstrual Health and Endometriosis school education programme and led several other health initiatives. She established EPP Coaching and Consulting, has contributed to international research and publications, and co-authored the book ‘Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain’. Ms Bush is the only non-medical ambassador of the World Endometriosis Society.