Catch up on our Fireside Chat focused on safeguarding services in the disability support sector. This session explored what’s already in place, what’s being developed, and how providers can play an active role in creating safe, accountable, and empowering environments for disabled people. (more…)

The Nursing Council’s comprehensive review of nursing education in Aotearoa New Zealand is underway. and is a great chance to raise awareness of disability issues and needs in this environment. (more…)

Please send a brief outline of your proposed presentation for NZDSN Conference 2025, including:

  • A short description of the initiative or change

  • The challenge(s) you were responding to

  • What you learned through the process

  • What others might take away from your experience

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This is the second round for the fund, which has about $15m to spend down over three years to benefit the following workforces: Aged support; Cleaning; Disability support; Home and community health services; Mental health and addiction support; Social services; Urban pest management; and Youth work.

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NZDSN’s submission on the draft Panel Contract (terms and conditions) for the Residential Services Agreement highlights some areas where further discussion with providers would help ensure the final agreement is practical, balanced, and sustainable. (more…)

Whaimana is information and resources about supported decision-making. Supported decision-making helps people to make their own decisions about their lives. Visit www.supportmydecisions.nz to find out more. (more…)