Access Matters Aotearoa

Introducing PANEL FOUR| The Thinkers ✨ The Thinkers are here to dive deep into the challenges, opportunities, and insights that will guide Aotearoa New Zealand’s future emergency preparedness and management. The Thinkers use research and expertise to challenge the status quo and push for change. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024  ⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  📍 Where: Zoom  🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3YVbGI0 ✨ Panelists Dr Suzanne Phibbs | Health Sociologist and Senior Lecturer at Massey University Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa, Joint Centre for Disaster Research      Dr Graham Leonard | Principal Scientist at GNS Science, Te Pū Ao    Dr Steve Ronoh | Manager of Educational Standards and Performance for New Zealand Red Cross    MODERATOR    Kramer Angelito Hoeflich | Pacific Peoples with Disability Lead, Ministry for Pacific Peoples Kōrero for Change online series is brought to you by Access Matters Aotearoa, with support from Whaikaha - Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People and funding from J R McKenzie Trust. #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness  

🌪️🚨 What barriers have you faced in emergencies? Share your story! Have you ever struggled to prepare for or respond to an emergency because of accessibility barriers? Your experience matters. Maybe you’ve encountered:  💡 Alerts or warnings that weren’t accessible to you  🚪 Confusing or missing evacuation plans  📍 Emergency shelters that couldn’t meet your needs  📞 A lack of tailored resources for individuals or communities As part of the upcoming Kōrero for Change webinar on emergency preparedness, we want to hear your stories. Sharing your challenges can spotlight the gaps and help build solutions for a truly inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand. 📢 Here’s how to share your story:  ✏️ Write it down  📸 Snap a photo  🎥 Record a short video or audio clip  🤟 Send an NZSL video Every voice matters. Together, we can advocate for accessible disaster planning and policies that leave no one behind. 🔗 Share your experience today: https://lnkd.in/gZpWHTcU Let’s dismantle barriers and create a future where everyone is safe and included. 🌟 #AccessDeniedDiaries #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #InclusiveDisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness 

This week, as we mark the 3rd of December, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate a monumental step towards a more accessible Aotearoa. Kahurangi Carter, Green Party List MP and Chloe Swarbrick, Green Party Co-Leader have officially tabled the Access Matters Aotearoa petition, calling for the drafting of a robust Accessibility for New Zealanders Bill. This is a powerful call for equity, inclusion, and the dismantling of barriers faced by disabled people in every aspect of life. This petition represents the voices of thousands of Kiwis who believe in creating a society where everyone can participate, thrive, and contribute fully. Let’s keep the momentum going! Together, we can build an Aotearoa where accessibility is not just a goal—it’s a reality. 💙 #AccessMatters #AccessibilityForAll #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #IDPD2024 #Inclusion #Equity #DisabilityRights

🤟 Register Now for Kōrero for Change on Emergency Preparedness🤟     Accessible planning is essential to ensuring the safety and inclusion of disabled people during emergencies. However, plans without action leave our communities at a disadvantage. Together, we can build resilience by creating accessible evacuation routes, inclusive support systems and resources that are accessible to all.  Learn from international speakers, panellists, and moderators as we spark dialogue, challenge ableism, and drive action for a more inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand.  NZSL interpreters will be available.   🗓 Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024  ⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  📍 Where: Zoom  🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3YVbGI0  Kōrero for Change online series is an Access Matters Aotearoa initiative, brought to life with support from Whaikaha - Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People and funding from J R McKenzie Trust. Deaf Aotearoa, National Foundation for Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Hearing New Zealand, Ko Taku Reo – Deaf Education New Zealand, Auckland Deaf Society

Introducing PANEL THREE | The Creators From digital sign language avatars to evacuation chairs and cutting-edge research designed to create resilience strategies, The Creators are driving innovation to transform the emergency response.  🗓 Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024  ⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  📍 Where: Zoom  🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3YVbGI0 ✨ Panelists  Dr Tracy Hatton | Joint Managing Director of Resilient Organisations     ♿Bruce Bromley | Managing Director of Equal Access Group     Arash Tayebi | Co-Founder and CEO of Kara Technologies Ltd    MODERATOR    Lara Draper | General Manager for Deaf Adults and Seniors at Deaf Aotearoa   Kōrero for Change online series is brought to you by Access Matters Aotearoa, with support from Whaikaha - Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People and funding from J R McKenzie Trust. #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness

💜 International Day of Persons with Disabilities - December 3rd 💜 Every year, the UN celebrates this day to promote the rights, well-being, and full inclusion of people with disabilities, raising awareness about the barriers they face.  Since1992, this day is a reminder of our collective commitment to equity. This Year’s Theme: "Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development: The Role of Innovation in Fuelling an Accessible and Equitable World." Innovation isn’t just about tech; it’s about designing a world where everyone can thrive. Did you know? Many innovations initially developed for people with disabilities, such as curb cuts, audiobooks, speech-to-text and voice recognition apps, and keyboards, now benefit everyone. Join our movement to create meaningful accessibility legislation that will drive innovation, inclusivity and equality for all! 💜 #IDPWD2024 #AccessMatters #DisabilityRights 

🌪️🚨 What access barriers have you faced in emergency preparedness? Have you ever found it hard to access information about emergencies or faced challenges during a disaster response? Perhaps you've experienced: 💡 Receiving alerts in inaccessible formats  🚪 Inadequate or poorly communicated evacuation plans  📍 Emergency shelters that don’t meet accessibility needs  📞 A lack of resources to address individual or community requirements As we gear up for the next Kōrero for Change webinar on emergency preparedness, your stories can help shine a light on these barriers. By sharing your experiences, you can help drive the change needed to ensure no one is left behind. 📢 How to share your story:  ✏️ Write it down  📸 Share a photo  🎥 Record a video or audio clip  🤟 Send an NZSL video Your voice matters. Together, we can push for inclusive disaster planning and legislation to protect everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand. 🔗 Share your experience: https://lnkd.in/gZpWHTcU Let’s work together to break down barriers and build an inclusive future! 🌟 #AccessDeniedDiaries #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness 

🚨 We are thrilled to introduce the panellists and moderator for the Kōrero for Change on Emergency Preparedness, PANEL TWO | The Deciders!  ✨ The Deciders are the leaders shaping Aotearoa New Zealand’s emergency management and disaster response. These are the decision-makers with the power to drive change at national level. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024  ⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  📍 Where: Zoom  🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3YVbGI0 🌟 Panellists Prudence Walker | Kaihautū Tika Hauātanga Disability Rights Commissioner, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission Anthony Frith | Communications Manager, National Emergency Management Agency (NZ) (NEMA) Chris McLellan | General Manager for Emergency Management at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora 🎤 Moderator  Áine Kelly-Costello | Disability Advocate and Researcher 💡 Let’s push for policies that ensure everyone is prepared for emergencies or disasters! The Kōrero for Change online series is brought to you by Access Matters Aotearoa, with support from Whaikaha - Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People People and funding from J R McKenzie Trust. 🌏 Join us in shaping a more inclusive Aotearoa! 🌟    #AccessDeniedDiaries #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness 

🌪️🚨 What access barriers have you experienced with emergency preparedness? Have you ever struggled to access information about emergency preparedness or faced challenges during a disaster response? 📢💡 As we prepare for the next Kōrero for Change Webinar on emergency preparedness, we want to hear your stories. Whether it’s difficulty accessing alerts, evacuation plans, or vital resources, your experience matters. 🛟🗺️ 📢 Share your experience:  ✏️ Write it down  📸 Snap a photo  🎥 Record a video or audio  🤟 NZSL videos are welcome! Together, we can highlight the urgent need for inclusive disaster planning and strong legislation to protect everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand. 🇳🇿💪 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZpWHTcU  Let’s ensure no one is left behind during emergencies! 🌟 #AccessDeniedDiaries #AccessMatters #KoreroForChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness

🚦Bridget Doran, Researcher and Civil and Transport Engineer, shared her expertise at the Kōrero for Change webinar on transport! 💡🚗 Bridget works on transport policy, research, planning, and design. Through her work she aims to improve all people’s wellbeing through better transport decision-making, within ecological limits. She strives to amplify the voices of disabled people in transport planning.    We’re grateful for Bridget's contributions to shaping a more inclusive transport future. 📽️ Catch the full webinar recording here: https://lnkd.in/gAU5AAdT 💌 Sign up for updates on the campaign for accessibility legislation with enforceable standards and help create a more inclusive Aotearoa. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4foTL2N #KōreroforChange #TransportEngineering #SustainableInfrastructure #AccessMatters #FutureOfTransport #InnovativeSolutions #InclusiveAotearoa #GreenTransport