News and media

IHC is the voice for intellectual disability in New Zealand. We regularly comment in the media on a range of topics to advocate and stand up for the rights of disabled people. We also share people’s stories through several publications, including our flagship magazine, Strong Voices.

We have a great resource for journalists with some tips on writing about disability and disabled people, including appropriate language to use.

If you have a media enquiry or want to tell your story, please email ihccomms@ihc.org.nz or call 0800 266 442.

Funded annual health checks could prevent 100+ deaths a year
Media release
February 14, 2025
Funded annual health checks for people with intellectual disability could prevent more than 100 deaths a year and significantly reduce hospital admissions, saving $16.5 million annually – more than enough to cover the $13 million cost of the checks themselves.
IHC welcomes new Chief Executive Andrew Crisp
Media release
February 3, 2025
IHC welcomed its new IHC Group Chief Executive Andrew Crisp at a pōwhiri in Wellington on Monday morning.
IHC urges collective fix to address root causes of child poverty
Media release
January 29, 2025
IHC is urging policymakers, educators and the community to come together to address the root causes of poverty and ensure that no child is left behind, including children with an intellectual disability.
IHC applauds research on barriers to banking for disabled people
Media release
January 21, 2025
IHC welcomes Westpac’s research highlighting the barriers disabled people face in accessing banking services. These challenges, which IHC has raised repeatedly over the past decade, underscore the urgent need for systemic changes to promote financial inclusion for disabled communities.
IHC recognises long-term disability issues stalwart Dame Tariana Turia
Media release
January 3, 2025
IHC New Zealand would like to recognise and honour the life and work of former MP Dame Tariana Turia who died today.
IHC Chair Tony Shaw awarded ONZM in New Year Honours
Media release
December 31, 2024
Tony Shaw has devoted his life to advocating for people in and out of the courtroom. The IHC Chair has been honoured for services to people with intellectual disabilities and the community.
Te Anga Pāua o Aotearoa National Kapa Haka Festival schedule and live stream
November 14, 2024
Join us in Wellington or watch via the live stream on Thursday 14 - Friday 15 November.
IHC announces new Chief Executive – Andrew Crisp
Media release
November 8, 2024
IHC New Zealand is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Crisp to the position of Group Chief Executive.
Inaugural kapa haka festival on stage in the Capital
Media release
November 5, 2024
Kapa haka rōpū from around the country will take to the stage at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre this November for the 2024 Te Anga Pāua o Aotearoa National Kapa Haka Festival.
'Nothing about us without us' – Celebrating 75 Years of IHC
November 1, 2024
Our 'Nothing about us without us', is a powerful exhibition marking 75 years of IHC (1949-2024).