Jessica Ah Kuoi is a Human Resources professional who is currently working as Head of People & Culture at an Ophthalmology Clinic in Auckland. She studied at the University of Otago where she completed a Bachelor of Commerce.

Jess is passionate about changing the culture and perception of mental health in New Zealand and sharing her own story and journey. She believes that the foundation will help eliminate and decrease the stigma around the way Kiwis view and perceive mental health.

The Sir John Kirwan Foundation is not a clinical service.  We are not able to provide emergency support or counselling services.  To access these please see below.

Or if you or someone else is in danger or at risk of endangering others, call the Police immediately on 111. 

There are a number of great New Zealand and International websites that provide useful information and support to manage your own mental health and wellbeing, and that of others.  Click below to check them out.