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.

IHC Group - Preparations completed for Alert Level 4 for COVID-19
March 25, 2020
As we head into a nationwide lockdown beginning today at 11:59pm I want to let you know that a huge amount of work has been completed to ensure that we continue delivering our residential and housing services during the period the country is on Level 4 COVID-19 Alert.
No more visitors to IHC or IDEA Services
March 23, 2020
We can no longer accept visitors to our offices or services because of COVID-19.
Important payment information for IHC Group
March 21, 2020
We have been putting plans in place to ensure business can continue as usual during the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 CEO Update 21 March 2020
March 21, 2020
The IHC Group is committed to abiding the Government's new new restrictions to ensure the safety of the people we support, our staff and our friends and families.
Temporary closure of vocational services
March 20, 2020
We will be temporarily closing our day bases at 9am Monday 23 March 2020 because of COVID-19.
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.