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 update: 31 August 2021
August 31, 2021
Let’s spare a thought for all our friends in Auckland and Northland as the rest of us prepare to move to COVID-19 lockdown Level 3.
Covid update: 23 August 2021
August 23, 2021
As I’m sure you know, the country remains in Alert Level 4. We’re continuing to follow Government guidelines and best practice to help keep the people we support and our staff safe.
COVID-19 update: 18 August 2021
August 18, 2021
As you will be aware, the whole country has moved to COVID-19 Alert Level 4 with the discovery of the highly contagious Delta variant in the community.
Banking for people with intellectual disabilities
June 28, 2021
We are continuing to work across the board to find good ways for people with intellectual disabilities to manage and access their money given banking changes.
Disabled children deserve a fair chance at school – IHC takes its fight back to the Human Rights Review Tribunal
Media release
June 17, 2021
IHC is taking its fight for disabled children’s rights to an education to the Human Rights Review Tribunal today – the third time in 13 years.
Congratulations to Michael Holdsworth – MNZM
June 7, 2021
IHC is paying tribute to Michael Holdsworth on his recognition in the Queen’s Birthday New Zealand Honours.
Canterbury/Otago flooding update
May 31, 2021
Our staff have been working hard to ensure the people we support are safe amid the flooding.
IHC welcomes increase to benefits from July 2021
Media release
May 20, 2021
IHC welcomes the news that benefits will increase across the board from July this year.
Getting it right for disabled students at school
May 10, 2021
We want to hear from you about the changes needed for disabled children to get a fair deal at school.
2021 IHC Art Awards entries open this weekend
Media release
April 30, 2021
Entries open for the 2021 IHC Art Awards on Saturday 1 May 2021. We are also thrilled to announce this year's judges.