Welcome
The New Zealand Disability Support Network is an association of disability support services providers.
To find out more about becoming a member of NZDSN, click here.
To apply, click here.
To read our latest newsletter, click here.
To find out more about the NZDSN conference, click here.
To find out more about the NZDSN AGM, click here.
Vision
For a strong and collaborative community support sector that contributes to a society that values the lives, dreams and aspirations of disabled people
Mission
To develop and promote the capacity and capability of disability support service providers to partner with disabled people to meet their needs and aspirations
Objectives
- Provide a strong voice to government on matters of common interest
- Keep abreast of emerging trends and promoting best-practice standards
- Ensure good communication with members and support the establishment of special interest networks
- Support and disseminate research relevant to the delivery of quality support services
- Build strong relationships with members and secure a sustainable support base
- Build skills and capacity of members
- Work collaboratively with disabled people, their families and allied agencies to foster an inclusive society
Desired outcomes
- Disability issues are a priority for government
- Disability support service providers are a valued partner in the delivery of services
- The support service sector is well connected, networked and committed to evidence-based best practice
- The contract relationship meets best practice guidelines
- Workers in the sector are valued for the work they do
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