Providing wrap-around support services for those with kidney conditions and their whānau through home support, education, wellness programme, community dialysis and advocacy

Kidney Health Month: Let’s Make Kidney Health Heard 

World Kidney Day is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of kidney health and the impact of kidney disease, which affects millions yet remains widely overlooked. This year, we are committed to making kidney disease a health priority in New Zealand—but we need your help. 

March is Kidney Health Month, and World Kidney Day falls on Thursday, March 13, 2025. It’s an opportunity to shine a light on the challenges faced by those living with kidney disease, to educate communities, and to drive meaningful action that can improve lives and prevent future cases. 

Support Our Text-to-Donate Campaign
From March 3 to March 30, you can make a direct impact with a simple text donation. 

How to Donate: Text KIDNEY to 3493 and a $3 donation will go directly to the Kidney Society to support vital services, resources, and expert care.

Every donation helps provide essential support to those affected by kidney disease.

Elle Yary's journey of resilience and hope

Kidney disease is a growing crisis, affecting 1 in 10 people in Aotearoa. Yet awareness remains low, and if we don't act, it could become the fifth leading cause of death by 2030. 

Elle Yary’s story highlights the real impact of kidney disease. Diagnosed with Alport Syndrome, a rare genetic condition, Elle faced severe health challenges including a kidney condition but despite these hardships, Elle’s resilience and the unwavering support of her family helped her navigate a difficult kidney transplant journey with a live donor. 

"I'm so thankful for the Kidney Society. It’s a great resource, especially when it comes to exercise. Having someone like Tracey help with exercises tailored to my needs has been so helpful," says Elle. 

Her journey, filled with setbacks, post-transplant struggles, and immense emotional challenges, is a testament to strength, perseverance, and hope. Elle remains determined to live life to the fullest, deeply grateful for her donor, her family and other support systems.