New Zealanders reading about politicians’ pay rises today can be forgiven for wondering why this is the priority now. Yes, we know politicians’ wages are awarded by an independent body. As it should be. If I were an MP today, headlines about more money in my pocket in gloomy economic times is pretty inconvenient. If …
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NZDSN Media Release – 10% funding increase needed just to meet rising disability sector costs and support frontline workers
New Zealand Disability Support Network media release 30 April 2024 Disability support providers welcome the disability funding review, as they expect it to confirm the sector is significantly underfunded and that the Government needs to do better for disabled people, their whānau, and for care and support workers, says Disability Support Network CEO Peter Reynolds. …
Disability Support Network welcomes Minister Upston, thanks Minister Simmonds
New Zealand Disability Support Network media release 24 April 2024 Disability Support Network welcomes Minister Upston, thanks Minister Simmonds The disability sector hopes that new Minister for Disability Issues, Louise Upston, will champion improved services for disabled people to enable them to live fulfilling lives with the support that they need, says New Zealand Disability …
NZDSN Conference 2024
17th & 18th June 2024, Takina Events Centre, Wellington Seeing the Opportunity! Tirohia te whai waahi Focussing on innovation, solutions to issues and problems that providers have found and are likely to face in future, amidst the most challenging of times. The Conference, over two days, will include keynote presenters, presentations from NZDSN members across …
About Us
New Zealand Disability Support Network (NZDSN) is an incorporated society of member organisations which provide support to disabled people.
View More About UsWhat We Do
- We provide a strong voice to government on matters of policy, service design, and legislation.
- We promote innovation, quality services, research, and deliver a Provider Development Programme.
- We ensure good communication with members, and support for regional networks.
- We contribute to government working parties and reference groups.
- We contribute to government working parties and reference groups.
Events
We host a range of events to facilitate the sharing of knowledge within the disability sector.
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Provider Development Programme
A series of workshops and training events showcasing best/next practice and innovation. Two workstreams are tailored for leaders and direct service staff. The programme also includes communities of practice and leadership mentoring opportunities, and is informed by an analysis of NZDSN member needs.
NZDSN Conferences
NZDSN hosts conferences that attract a wide variety of international and national keynote speakers and workstream presenteres covering the latest developments and innovations within the sector.
Regional Networks
NZDSN supports a series of regional networking activities providing opportunities for information sharing, which ensures providers are well-connected across the regions.
Workforce Development
NZDSN contributes to, and leads initiatives to develop and improve qualification pathways with the disability workforce as well as advocating for fairer remunerations.
Research and Quality Development Projects
These include things like the development of practice guidelines, and policy research.
Become a Member of NZDSN
NZDSN members belong to a values-driven network of service providers and supporters committed to a social change movement that is focused on achieving inclusive lives and active citizenship for disabled people
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