DPO Coalition Key Messages February 2024
The DPO Coalition meets with a wide range of agencies. The objective of our meetings with officials is always to get improved outcomes for disabled people.
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DPO Coalition Key Messages September 2023 to December 2023
This set of key messages covers DPO Coalition meetings held from September to December 2023 inclusive.
Welcoming DPA's newest staff member
We'd like to take this opportunity to welcome Patti Poa to our team as the Policy Advisor for the Auckland region.
Whaikaha updates about changes to Purchasing Rules and EMS
Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People has updated its webpage about the changes to Purchasing Rules and Equipment Modification Services (EMS), including NZSL and accessible formats, and answers to questions about transport, family carers, and EMS.
Measuring data on violence against disabled women – WHO recommendations
This week, the World Health Organization (WHO) released recommendations to strengthen data collection on violence against disabled women. This work highlights the inclusion of women and the issue of disability within population-based surveys and research on violence against women.