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IHC adds a splash of colour to Fieldays
Wednesday, 7 June 2017, 3:39 pm | IHC
The IHC Calf and Rural Scheme site in the Pavilion will bring its usual splash of colour to Fieldays. The site, near the corner of K Road and D Street, will be decorated in hot pink and visible for country miles. And if you want to grab a hot pink stock ... More >>
New provider for Wellington respite centres
Tuesday, 30 May 2017, 9:57 am | IHC
Two respite bases in the Wellington region are to be run by Spectrum Care, which is set to take over these two services from IDEA Services. More >>
IHC joins the call for respite care overhaul
Friday, 10 February 2017, 5:37 pm | IHC
IHC joins the call for respite care overhaul saying respite is not about managing crises More >>
IHC Annual Appeal 2017
Wednesday, 1 February 2017, 11:05 am | IHC
Saryn’s brothers couldn’t understand why the kids in the pool didn’t want to play with her. More >>
Online schools will create more disparity
Thursday, 1 December 2016, 4:57 pm | IHC
IHC is calling for the Government to guarantee rights for children to attend their local school over online schools. More >>
New Disability Strategy ignores justice for all
Wednesday, 30 November 2016, 12:36 pm | IHC
The Government’s new Disability Strategy makes great promises but remains lightweight on securing fair outcomes for those with intellectual disabilities who find themselves in the justice system. More >>
Move to outlaw seclusion rooms overdue
Thursday, 3 November 2016, 9:54 am | IHC
IHC welcomes the Ministry of Education’s move today to outlaw school seclusion rooms and continues to advocate for individualised responses to each child’s needs, with schools having more support and direction. More >>
Blenheim to host Take a moment with us exhibition
Monday, 17 October 2016, 9:09 am | IHC
An IHC travelling exhibition that provides insight into the lives of people with an intellectual disability opens to the public on Thursday 20 October at the ASB Theatre in Blenheim. More >>
IHC says it’s time to shut seclusion rooms for good
Friday, 14 October 2016, 3:14 pm | IHC
IHC welcomes today’s decision to investigate the use of seclusion rooms in schools and for all to be shut down until a finding is determined. More >>
UN recommendations push for more inclusion
Saturday, 8 October 2016, 2:52 pm | IHC
UN recommendations push for more inclusion Media release – 8 October 2016 IHC welcomes the strong recommendations made to the New Zealand Government by the United Nations Committee on Rights of the Child, to respect the human rights of disabled ... More >>
Rally for better inclusion in schools
Thursday, 22 September 2016, 1:43 pm | IHC
Protesters are expected on the steps of Parliament today, united against the government’s recent policy announcements about including students with disabilities. More >>
Making it work for people with disabilities
Wednesday, 21 September 2016, 9:36 am | IHC
Workforce inequality for people with disabilities continues to prevent inclusion, here and overseas, but new ways forward are in the pipeline. More >>
IHC – Thinking of Colin Meads and family
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 12:14 pm | IHC
The thoughts and best wishes of the many people associated with IHC New Zealand are with Colin Meads, Verna and their family and friends at this tough time. More >>
People with intellectual disabilities still seen as 'other'
Thursday, 21 July 2016, 11:31 am | IHC
A new report from IHC shows that while there have been significant advances for people with intellectual disabilities, progress is still too slow. More >>
‘Holiday’ wins IHC Art Awards
Friday, 17 June 2016, 9:46 am | IHC
An intricate embroidered cushion by Wellington artist Jo-Anne Tapiki has won the 2016 IHC Art Awards and $5000. More >>
IHC Congratulates Robert Martin on UN Committee Election
Wednesday, 15 June 2016, 11:29 am | IHC
IHC congratulates Robert Martin on his election to the United Nations Committee for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. More >>
UN Special Rapporteur to headline Make it Work Conference
Wednesday, 8 June 2016, 2:59 pm | IHC
UN Special Rapporteur to headline Make it Work International Conference – early bird registrations closing soon More >>
Yet another patch job for children with disabilities
Wednesday, 11 May 2016, 1:08 pm | IHC
IHC New Zealand says new money for teacher aides won’t necessarily mean children with disabilities get the education all children deserve. More >>
NZ Health Strategy promises a better deal
Monday, 18 April 2016, 3:07 pm | IHC
IHC welcomes today’s announcement of the NZ Health Strategy and is particularly pleased to see that action is being taken to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities. More >>
Finally an equal right for children with disabilities
Thursday, 7 April 2016, 5:17 pm | IHC
IHC is welcoming the news that children with disability will finally get equal treatment when going into out of home care. More >>
