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We need fewer disabled people in the workplace. But many more with lived experience of disability (Disabled People).

By Phil Turner Considering the role that I am in, you may think that a statement like “we need fewer disabled people in the workplace” would be a career killer, but only if you don’t understand the social model of…
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When disabled and neurodiverse people truly belong, everyone benefits

By Phil Turner Where does your organisation sit in relation to disability and neurodiversity on the above Belonging Continuum? At the Accessibility Tick and New Zealand Disability Employers’ Network we work with organisations on their disability and neurodiversity inclusion. But…

NZDEN Letter to the Minister re Disability Systems Transformation and Accessibility Legislation

Today the New Zealand Disability Employers’ Network (NZDEN) wrote to Hon. Minister Sepuloni as Minister of Disability Issues congratulating her on the recent announcements for Disability Systems Transformation and the planned accessibility legislation. The NZDEN is largely supportive of the…
Powerco's Emma Bennett giving thumbs up next to their Accessibility Tick certificate with words Congratulations Powerco

Thumbs up to Powerco

Congratulations to Powerco, who have recently achieved the Accessibility Tick reflecting their focus and commitment to disability inclusion. Emma Bennett, Group HR Manager says it’s confirmation Powerco is on the right track. “We’re committed to offering an equitable and accessible…