Our Team

Asthma New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating a healthier New Zealand, where every Kiwi with Asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) lives a full life.  As New Zealand's largest asthma educator, we have been at the forefront, fighting for a New Zealand that breathes easy since 1965.  Education is the most powerful tool in reducing hospitalisation and improving the way we live with asthma and COPD.  

Our mission is to see a 50% reduction from asthma and COPD hospitalisation by 2029.  We cannot do this on our own so we partner with health professionals and community groups to make reaching, referring and supporting patients simple.  

What we do:

• Provide free education, training and support to patients with asthma and/or COPD where they need it, when they need it
• Support families and enable them to live well with asthma and/or COPD
• Deliver education to junior school students and teachers, increasing their health literacy and equipping them with asthma emergency skills
• Support High School students as they venture into a world of independence and self-management
• Deliver asthma and COPD education to Health Professionals
• Assist Doctors and Specialists by providing asthma and COPD support and education to their patients

Meet the team that delivers the above!

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Meet The Team

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Grace Asthma Nurse Educator (Auckland) Grace has over 5 years of nursing experience with various roles, most recently working for a Rheumatic Fever Prevention Programme. She is passionate about studying and has completed her BHSc (Nursing) in 2017, PGCert Advanced Nursing Practice in 2018, and PGDip Public Health in 2022. Grace has a strong interest in public health and wellbeing in Aotearoa. She enjoys working alongside her clients to ensure the best possible health outcomes and helping them live well with asthma. In her spare time, Grace enjoys spending time with her family and staying active.
Jen Asthma Nurse Educator (Auckland) Jen grew up in Porirua and moved to Auckland in her early 20s to study a Bachelor of Nursing at UoA. She previously worked at Starship Children’s Hospital and had various roles within the disability sector. Jen joined Asthma NZ in January 2021 as an Asthma Nurse Educator and enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds.
Angela Grants & Fundraising Relationships Manager With over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry, Angela’s passion for health and fitness has led her to pursue a career in fundraising and grants. She has worked with individuals of diverse backgrounds and fitness levels. Angela joined Asthma NZ in May 2023 and is excited about making a broader impact on people's health and wellbeing through her role. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and staying active in the fitness world.