Strong Voices

David Corner has signed off from his job as a representative for international disability organisation Inclusion International after 12 years of being a voice for the Asia-Pacific region.

David, IHC National Self-Advocacy Advisor, attended his final Inclusion International as Regional Representative in November and was awarded Life Membership for his service.

At meetings and conferences David has participated in brainstorming sessions about the issues facing people with intellectual disabilities from all parts of the globe and has been able to contribute New Zealand’s and his own experiences to the mix.

“It’s all about listening, including and respecting and valuing the people with intellectual disability,” he said in a video prepared for his final meeting on Zoom.