Mea Motu

New Zealand World Champion Bantamweight Boxer Mea Motu isn't keeping quiet about her past and hopes her experience will help others like her escape abusive relationships.

A passionate Motu, who is putting on the ambassador armband for Gumboot Friday, knows all too well the struggles with mental health.

Ahead of her next title defence in December this year, IBO Super Bantamweight world champion Mea Motu will be working with her 8-year-old trainer Zen Peach.

A triumphant night for the wāhine toa from the north.