Inside this Issue: A Message from our CEOThe Peter Reynolds Version of “The Twelve Days of Christmas:NZDSN Poloicy AnalystNZDSN Auckland Regional Co-ordinatorWorkforce Development Collaboration ProjectsMember profileUpcoming eventsBefore You GoMembers’s Only Facebook and LinkedIN Groups A Message from our CEO Peter Reynolds As I reflect on the year, there are plenty of people I want to …
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COVID-19 Disability Provider Update 18 Nov 2022
Antivirals – 0800 disability helpline – face masks – PPE – useful links Kia ora, Recent monitoring from the Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health shows that cases of COVID-19 have been increasing over recent weeks. We acknowledge the ongoing challenges that COVID-19 continues to place on providers and we thank you for your continued …
International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPwD) 3rd December 2022
Please click here to see events being held over this period for the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPwD) …
New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Level 5) Applied Practice in the context of Employment Support
Applied Practice in the context of Employment Support Qualification and programme overview It is designed to qualify employment practitioners/community support workers who work closely and collaboratively to support disabled people, including those with mental health issues, to find employment. The programme is centred on developing the competencies needed to enable disabled jobseekers to achieve their …
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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