Connecting Aotearoa's Disability Support providers
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NZDSN tells People’s Select Committee Pay Equity Changes will have huge impact on disability support
Bernadette McEvoy, Chief Executive of Totara Farm represented NZDSN at The People’s Select Committee on Pay Equity, which is hearing submissions from individuals and groups
Register for member-exclusive Fireside chat
The first in our series of Fireside Chats is with Alex Kemp from Health Informatics New Zealand. We’re delighted to present the first NZDSN member
New Disability Support investment a boost for providers
The Budget’s $240m in new funding over four years for disability residential support is a good start and should help make quality support available to
Our services
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