The peak body for Aotearoa New Zealand Disability Support Service Providers
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Disabled People, Families, Carers and Providers Unite; Parliament Denying Disabled People and Their Families a Fair Say on Laws That Shape Their Lives
Joint media statement Eight national disability organisations – Disabled Persons Assembly (DPA), People First New Zealand, Carers NZ, Parents of Vision Impaired NZ, the Complex
NZDSN Submission on the Disability Support Services Bill
We’ve now lodged our submission to the Social Services and Community Select Committee on the Disability Support Services Bill. As the national peak body for
Make your voice heard in the DSS Bill Select Committee
Welcome to NZDSN’s guide to making a submission on the Disability Support Services Bill that’s going before a Parliamentary Select Committee soon. Read on, or
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 presenters 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.
A united sector - join NZDSN
Our 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