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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 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 New Zealand would like to recognise and honour the life and work of former MP Dame Tariana Turia who died today.

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.

IHC New Zealand is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Crisp to the position of Group Chief Executive.

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.

Beren Hughes from New Plymouth has won first place in the IHC Capture the moment photography competition with his work "Friends Sharing Lunch".

Kapiti Coast artist Declan Jack (29) has won the 2024 IHC Art Awards L’affare People’s Choice Award and $2,000 for his ceramic work, Train Yard.

IHC is calling for the government to triple the Child Disability Allowance and double the Disability Allowance to improve the quality of life and longevity for intellectually disabled people.

IHC New Zealand acknowledges the traumatic experiences shared by survivors of abuse and neglect and is committed to taking action.