We’re thrilled that you’re keen to help us out! Endometriosis New Zealand relies on our generous community across New Zealand to continue to provide unique and professional services and programs to improve health outcomes for those living with endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain. We don’t receive any government funding, so it’s people like you who make all this possible.
Join the NZ’s biggest fun run in support of a good cause! Round The Bays is back next year, right across the country! If you are looking for a way to support Endometriosis New Zealand, this could be the opportunity for you. By signing up through the links below you can start fundraising, share your challenge and have a positive impact on the estimated 120,000 women, girls and those assigned female at birth who live with this condition in New Zealand. Every dollar raised, every step taken, and every person inspired by your efforts can make a world of difference, these challenges are a great way to raise awareness on endometriosis. Thank you for being a champion of our cause!
Take part in Round The Bays Auckland for Endometriosis New Zealand
Sunday, 02 March 2025
Take part in Round The Bays Christchurch for Endometriosis New Zealand
Sunday, 30 March 2025
Take part in Round The Bays Christchurch for Endometriosis New Zealand
Sunday, 16 February 2025
This March, take on a 120 Challenge to support the 120,000 people living with endometriosis. Whether it’s baking 120 cookies, running for 120 minutes, walking 120,000 steps, or completing 120 random acts of kindness, challenge yourself to make a difference. Every step you take helps raise awareness, educate our community, and provide support for those living with endometriosis.
Every dollar raised, every step taken, and every person inspired by your efforts can make a world of difference. Thank you for being a champion of our cause!
This year Caitlin was diagnosed with stage 4 Endometriosis, an inflammatory disease that can be found in organs all around the body. “For years I had felt incredibly debilitating painful flare ups. The first time feeling this pain the ambulance was called, but ended up being given paracetamol and sent home. Many people including doctors, friends and family told me this was normal and it’s just part of my period/menstrual cycle because of the lack of awareness. After 4 years of pain, and almost giving up, it took just one doctor to believe me enough to book an MRI which showed that it had spread to three of my major organs.”
“Endometriosis is one of the top 20 most painful conditions, and has no cure. The misinformation and lack of awareness causes the years of delay for a diagnosis for many women which is why I want to raise awareness.”
“I will be running the Auckland Half Marathon this November to help Endometriosis New Zealand.”
Dayna is competing in the Sunshine Coast Ironman 70.3. This is her second ever triathlon which is 4 times the distance of her first one, and she is doing it to raise money for Endometriosis New Zealand, and spread awareness for this horrible disease.
“Earlier this year I was supposed to do the Taupo 70.3 Ironman however had to put it off due to having my first (and hopefully last) surgery for endometriosis.
I struggled to train due to experiencing excruciating pain at random timings. I used to think that the level of pain I experienced was “normal” so it was a relief when I was eventually told it was not.”
Jamie was on a mission to commit to run over 10 days a total distance of 100 kilometres to symbolize the 1 in 10 kiwi girls who are impacted by this condition. However, she has been inspired to push herself to a further 20 kilometres and run a total of 120 kilometres to reflect the estimated 120,000 women in New Zealand who live with endometriosis.
“For over a decade, I have battled with the debilitating effects of endometriosis, enduring chronic pain, as well as countless challenges and not knowing why. In 2022, I finally received a diagnosis of severe endometriosis, marking a pivotal moment that allowed me to have answers to what I was experiencing unknowingly for so long and have the reassurance that it wasn’t all just in my head.
My aim is to shed light on this often misunderstood disorder, advocate for early detection, support improved treatments, and ultimately enhance the quality of life for those affected.”
Fueled by my own daughters experiences with endometriosis and a desire to make a difference, I am embarking on a mission to raise awareness and funds for endometriosis. My goal is to complete the 102km Ultramarathon on the 15th of February 2025 from Kawerau to Rotorua to symbolise not just my daughters but also the 1 in 10 kiwi girls who are impacted by this condition.
My aim is to shed light on this often misunderstood disorder, advocate for early detection, support improved treatments, and ultimately enhance the quality of life for those affected. Living with a chronic pain disorder like endometriosis is incredibly debilitating and is something that impacts individuals in so many ways, affecting their everyday lives and is often an extremely isolating journey to undertake.
With no cure and limited research, so many people are impacted significantly and often unknowingly for so long.
Your support will contribute to a larger movement towards greater understanding, compassion, and treatment for individuals living with this condition. If I can help just one person feel like someone believes in them and get diagnosed earlier through more effective treatment plans, then this entire challenge will be even more worth it.
You may have your own incredible idea to support us in a fundraising activity and we would love to hear from you and figure out how to best support you to support us!
Please let us know the details of your fundraising event by filling out this form and we will be in touch to set up your fundraiser, kit you out with all thing Endometriosis New Zealand and provide you with promotional resources to help you spread the word!