International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)
What is IDPD?
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is a global initiative led by the United Nations, observed annually on 3 December.
In New Zealand, it is a day to promote awareness, understanding, and inclusion of the more than 1.1 million tāngata whaikaha (disabled people) in Aotearoa.
Why it matters for employers
Embracing diversity and inclusion strengthens organisations. For employers, IDPD offers an opportunity to reflect on and improve workplace practices to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all employees.
Recognising IDPD is not only about showing support for disabled people, but also about taking meaningful steps to create more accessible, equitable opportunities in the workplace.
By getting involved, employers can foster an environment that values the contributions of all employees, including tāngata whaikaha (disabled people), and demonstrate their commitment to inclusivity.
Employers play a vital role in building a more inclusive and diverse community in New Zealand. IDPD is an perfect opportunity for your organisation to showcase its commitment to disability inclusion.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities Media and Event Kit for Organisations
The NZDEN has developed this Media and Event Kit to help employers get involved. Inside, you’ll find ideas and resources to support your organisation in planning events and showing your support for disabled people on IDPD.
For existing members of the NZ Disability Employers’ Network (NZDEN): Consider how you can publicise your efforts both internally and externally. You'll have access to additional content for you to utilise by logging in with your member details. You will also have access to additional support from the NZDEN.
If you’re not yet a member, now is an ideal moment to demonstrate your organisation’s dedication to disability inclusion by joining the NZDEN whānau.
Download the Media and Event Kit for Organisations
This kit provides you with the ideas, tools and resources to plan, host events and celebrate IDPD 2024.
Included in the kit:
- 18-page IDPD guide for organisations
- A3 posters
- Digital assets
- Social media tiles
- Sample copy for your newsletter/intranet/social media posts
Digital Assets
We've put together digital assets and resources you can use to share your organisations support and celebrate IDPD 2025.
We’ve made it easy with these ready-to-use assets:
Posters
Members Resources
We've created additional assets and resources for members, including editable and customisable posters and tiles, co-branded with your membership to the NZDEN. Login to access them.