The Te Pou disability workforce development team was proud to host a one-day forum on 6 December for people interested in understanding and promoting disabled people’s rights.
A variety of speakers presented with a focus on disabled people’s human rights, including Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero (pictured, top), who spoke about her role and the work of the commission.
Other speakers included Chris Parson and Tania Thomas talking about Mahi Tahi, Dr Esther Woodbury on the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse and Care and Marion Blake on Inclusion of Mental Health as a Disability.
Breakout sessions in the afternoon covered a wide range of topics:
A range of social enterprise/disability sector exhibitors showcased their mahi including Xabilities, Māpura Studios, Our Harvest (Recreate NZ) and Downlights Fundraising Candles.
“As we work towards the transformation of the disability system, it’s crucial for the sector to take a human rights informed approach. This event was a great opportunity to come together, learn and share perspectives on disabled people’s human rights,” said Te Pou project lead Sue Sherrard.
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