Ngāti Tuwharetoa, Ngāti Hineuru, Waikato
Louisa Wall is a former international athlete across two codes - rugby and netball, former Member of Parliament, and globally recognised advocate for equity and human rights. During her parliamentary career, she was a leading voice on social justice, gender equity, and inclusion, and is widely known for sponsoring the legislation that legalised same-sex marriage in Aotearoa. Louisa brings a unique blend of sporting, political, and advocacy experience, with a strong commitment to principled leadership and systemic change.