Disabled Persons Assembly NZ

DPA's engages with New Zealand's disability community. We want to turn our rights into reality so we can live in a country where every person is able to live and work, and simply be who they are.

DPO Coalition News - October 2021

A brief overview of the DPO Coalition's activities over the last few months including the Health Charter, Disability Action Plan Review, Barriers to Covid Vaccination, Enabling Good Lives, 2023 Disability Survey, and Accelerating Accessibility.

Oct 16, 2021

2 min read

Adult decision making law review

Te Aka Matua o te Ture | Law Commission has launched a review of the law relating to adult decision-making capacity, and published the Terms of Reference that will guide this review.

Disabled Persons Assembly NZ

Oct 10, 2021

1 min read

2023 Disability Survey content - have your say

The 2023 Disability Survey will be the first national disability survey since 2013. Stats NZ is reviewing the content of the Disability Survey to ensure it continues to meet data needs.

Disabled Persons Assembly NZ

Oct 10, 2021

1 min read

Human Rights (Disability Assist Dogs Non-Discrimination Bill) submissions open

The Human Rights (Disability Assist Dogs Non-Discrimination) Amendment Bill ) recently passed its first reading unanimously and is now out for public submissions.

Disabled Persons Assembly NZ

Oct 10, 2021

1 min read

My COVID Record

An online portal where you can view your Covid-19 records is being developed . This is called 'My COVID Record', and will include your test results and digital vaccination certificates.

Disabled Persons Assembly NZ

Oct 10, 2021

2 min read