It is that commitment to human rights that will be uppermost in my mind as I move into my new role as ambassador for gender equality in the Pacific. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue work in an area that I am passionate about and to support this Government's Pacific resilience strategy. I also welcome the opportunity to continue advocacy for LGBTIQA+ equality, both in the Pacific and internationally. I have been lucky to have the support of the Minister the Hon Nanaia Mahuta and the Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Chris Seed, in appointing me to a role that will use the experiences I have had in order to promote greater representation of women, in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. I also want to thank the Hon Margaret Wilson and Dame Marilyn Waring, two very special wāhine who have always provided sound advice and guidance. 