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 027 807 7740.

COVID-19 update
March 13, 2020
We are all concerned about COVID-19 and with cases confirmed in New Zealand, we are taking the possibility of an outbreak very seriously.
Explore hidden worlds at A Glittering Gem is Not Enough
Media release
March 11, 2020
A Glittering Gem is Not Enough is an immersive, sensory exploration through an enchanted forest, hosted by IDEA Services’ studio, Art Space as part of the Dunedin Fringe Festival.
2020 IHC Art Awards judges announced
Media release
March 10, 2020
IHC is delighted to announce the judges for the 2020 IHC Art Awards.
IHC Announces New Chair
February 18, 2020
IHC New Zealand Life Member Tony Shaw has been elected as Chair by the IHC Board.
Survey: Students with disabilities face discrimination, bullying
Media release
February 12, 2020
As children around New Zealand begin the new school year, IHC New Zealand looks at how students with disabilities will fare in the classroom.
Segregating disabled students is against NZ’s values
February 3, 2020
In an open letter to the Education Minister, IHC has raised its concerns about the Government’s significant investment in special schools and satellite units for disabled students.
HDC Report into IDEA Services
February 3, 2020
IDEA Services has accepted the breach findings of the HDC Report released on 3 February 2020 and apologises to the individual and his family.
International Disability Alliance Bridge Training
January 16, 2020
IHC Self Advocacy Advisor David Corner reports on his recent trip to the International Disability Alliance Bridge Training in Nepal.
2019 Report Card - New Zealand Government
January 6, 2020
Every year, IHC monitors the rights of disabled people by tracking government action.
Updated Privacy Statement
December 9, 2019
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