Dame Georgina Kamiria Kirby remembered as a 'visionary' by Māori Development Minister
Michael Bradley Dame Georgina Kamiria Kirby, centre, was known for her work and advocacy for women and the Māori community. (File photo) She is pictured with Richard Northery, left, and George Ngatai. Kirby became a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for services to Māori in 1994. She was also recognised in 1993 with the New Zealand Suffrage Centennial Medal. Kirby was president of the Māori Women’s Welfare League from 1983 to 1987, where she launched smoking and weight reduction campaigns. She also formed Māori Women’s Development Incorporated, which helped Māori...
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