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.
Former Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero has been appointed Chief Executive of Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People. She has been appointed for five years from 1 September 2022.
Cate Grace and Grant Cleland in partnership with NZDSN, Te Whatu Ora, Ministry of Social Development, Tū Toi Waiora and Careerforce are currently reviewing L2 - 4 Health and Wellbeing Qualifications and would like to hear from you.
The Cabinet paper 'Accessibility for New Zealanders Bill - Approval for Introduction' is now available in Easy Read, Te Reo Māori, Large print, Audio, Braille and NZSL.