Community gatheringSaturday 28 November 2026 · 4:30pm
Chronically Fabulous: Author Talk & Community Gathering with Nat, author of Endo Empathy
Aurelia Books
An intimate author talk and welcoming community conversation.
Event informationNau mai, haere mai · Endometriosis · Menstrual Health · Community Support
You are not alone, warrior.
Endometriosis affects around 1 in 10 girls, women and those assigned female at birth, yet too many still wait years to be heard, believed and supported. We are a community-led charity providing education, advocacy, practical support and connection across Aotearoa.
EWA supports girls, women and those assigned female at birth, and welcomes trans men, non-binary and intersex people affected by endometriosis or menstrual health challenges.
Free one-to-one support is confidential. Based in Wellington, here for all of Aotearoa.
Taking endo to Parliament ✊
How can we help you today?
Whether you need support right now, want to understand what is happening in your body, or are ready to join the fight, start here.
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Tautoko · Get Support
Free one-to-one support, practical guidance, appointment preparation, advocacy letters, our lending library and trusted helplines.
1:1 SessionsEWA LibraryHelplinesCommunity
Find support
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Ako · Learn
Clear, evidence-informed information about endometriosis and menstrual health, alongside practical resources and lived experience.
What is Endo?FactsheetsWorkshopsStories
Start learning
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Advocacy & Impact
Follow the petition, awareness projects and research EWA has supported as we advocate for meaningful change across Aotearoa.
PetitionNow You See MeEndo VoicesOur Impact
See the movement
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Whai wāhi mai · Get Involved
Donate, volunteer, fundraise, contribute products or become an impact partner. Every act of aroha counts.
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Join us
Small charity. Real impact.
Founded in 2020 by Yessenia Sandoval, Endo Warriors Aotearoa is lived-experience led and grounded in community. Here is what our collective mahi has made possible so far.
55+
period and endometriosis education classes delivered
1,300+
students reached through tracked sessions in 2025 and 2026
50+
endometriosis talks, workshops and community sessions
10,000+
period products, reusables and care packs distributed since 2021
5,921
petition signatures presented to Parliament calling for better endo care
1
peer-reviewed University of Otago study supported through EWA funding
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic, whole-body inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is found outside the uterus. It can be associated with pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, fatigue, bowel or bladder symptoms, nerve pain, fertility challenges and impacts across daily life. Symptoms vary widely.
It is not “just a bad period,” and it is not in your head. Greater education, awareness and earlier recognition can help those experiencing symptoms seek appropriate support and care sooner.
This information is for education and support and is not a replacement for individual medical advice.
Learn About EndometriosisAround 1 in 10
girls, women and those assigned female at birth are estimated to live with endometriosis
Whole-body
Symptoms can occur at any time of the month and affect many parts of daily life
5,921 voices calling for change.
Our petition calling for an independent review and rewrite of the Ministry of Health’s endometriosis guidance was presented to Parliament and formally referred to the Petitions Committee.
Follow the Petition5,921voices calling for change
Coming up
Community gathering
6–22 November 2026
Now You See Me – The Endometriosis Empowerment Project
Fishcube Gallery & Cafe · Wellington
Now You See Me returns to Wellington for an extended pop-up exhibition, sharing powerful portraits and lived-experience stories of endometriosis.
Learn moreStories from our community
Real lived experiences matter. Because being believed starts with being heard.
Every dollar goes further than you think.
We are a small community-led charity. Donations help fund period products, free education, practical resources and accessible support across Aotearoa.
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Help at events, write grants, support our social media, assist with resources, or lend your skills from anywhere in Aotearoa.
Become a VolunteerCommunity organisations we support
EWA supports and works alongside these organisations as they care for whānau and rangatahi across the Wellington region and Aotearoa.
Refugee Trauma Recovery
Living Violence Free
Zeal Wellington
Wellington City Mission
Youth Inspire
Tuatahi Centre
Everybody Eats Wellington
St Vincent de Paul
Community Law Wellington & Hutt Valley
Evolve Wellington Youth Service