The disabled community has a very specific language, filled with nuances that can change meanings or even cause offence. Seemingly innocuous word choices can have a huge impact. The choice between ‘people with disabilities’ and ‘disabled people’. The difference between ‘for’ or ‘of’. The variance between ‘hidden disability’ and ‘undisclosed disability’. Just to name a few.
The start of an exciting line-up of conference speakers revealed
Unveiling the first of an exciting line-up of speakers for Conference 2023! We are delighted to unveil the first wave of distinguished speakers, panelists, and convenors for the 2023 NZDEN Disability Inclusive Pathways conference. This year’s event promises to be…
Rachael joins us full-time with great experience in accessible design
Rachael joins us full-time with great experience in accessible design We’re thrilled to announce that Rachael Parkinson-Turner is now officially full time with the New Zealand Disability Employers’ Network, and she’s wasting no time making an impact! Join us in welcoming Rachael as…
Introducing Our Exciting New Mentorship Programmes for Disabled Job Seekers and Career Development!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of two dynamic mentorship programmes as part of the New Zealand Disability Employers’ Network’s commitment to fostering career growth and development for disabled individuals. The programmes, “Rise to Success” and “Diverse Horizons,” will be…
2023 Conference Early Bird Tickets Available Now
Early bird tickets for the 2023 NZDEN Disability Inclusive Pathways Conference are on-sale now. Book early to receive your 20% discount. Visit the conference website for more information Tickets available now on Humanitix
Digital Accessibility COP – 26 September 2023
Do you have an interest in recruiting the best talent for your organisation? The NZDEN Digital Accessibility Community of Practice will be supporting those delivering ICT for our members. The agenda will be set closer to the meeting. Date and…
Accessible Social Media Training (Online) – 25 August 2023
Training Courses Online (Zoom Video Conference) Accessible Social Media Training Tickets available now on Humanitix Date Date Friday 25th August 2023 Time Time 1:30pm – 4:00pm Time Location Online (Zoom video conference) Are you confident in creating truly inclusive social…
Disability Inclusive Pathways Conference – 10/11 August 2023
The NZDEN is proud to bring your our third annual Disability Inclusive Pathways Conference. The NZDEN Disability Inclusive Pathways Conference offers an exceptional opportunity to connect with other organisations committed to improving disabled and neurodiverse people’s career, inclusion and belonging outcomes.…
Supporting the Case for Digital Accessibility – 9 August 2023
Many leaders share with us that they find it difficult to inspire their IT teams to action on digital accessibility. Meeting resistance in their organisation’s desire to develop online products quickly, and a lack of understanding about the reasons for…
Accessible Workplace Environments: ‘Identifying Barriers to Access’ (Auckland) – 28 July 2023
Training Courses Auckland Accessible Workplace Environments: ‘Identifying Barriers to Access’ Book now on Humanitix Date Date Friday 28th July 2023 Time Time 1:00pm – 5:00pm Location Location KPMG Office, 18 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland Equip your team with practical skills…