Join us tomorrow for the Nationwide Quiet Hour, as part of the #hoodsupvolumedown movement, an initiative that fosters acceptance, understanding, and accessibility. Autism New Zealand #LightItUpGold #RedInstead #AutismAcceptanceMonth

🌟Dive into the world of #AutismAcceptance this April with our latest blog post - 'The Importance of Autism Acceptance Month'! 📘 Check it out here ➡️ advocationstation.org/autism-accepta… #InclusionMatters #AutismAcceptanceMonth #LightItUpGold

"While some people with injuries are celebrating a half-century of success under the ACC system, others with disability are suffering from a “disability divide” that the founders of ACC never intended." thespinoff.co.nz/society/08-04-…

Another week, another cut to disability related services.

🏘️ Our neighbours across the ditch seem to be miles ahead when it comes to accessible housing. Check out the latest project from Accessible Homes Australia (AHA). 👇 accessiblehomes.au/new-disability… #housing #accessibility #Disability

Did you know? People with ADHD can hyperfocus! They can channel their intense concentration into deep dives on topics they find fascinating. #ADHD #neurodiversity

Whats a cheeky $10m between friends?!? 💸🤑 #DisabilityTwitter #Disability #DisabilityRights youtube.com/watch?v=xkOHzl…

💡Did you know most people miss out on valuable resources because they don't know how to access them? Advocation Station provides self-paced, online courses to unlock your full funding potential and empower you to live your best life. #DisabilityTwitter #DisabilitySupport

"The Court of Appeal has ruled that hundreds of parents who get government funding to care for their disabled adult children are not employed by the Ministry of Health." #Disability #DisabilityRights rnz.co.nz/news/national/…

“It’s not been a great start. The disability support sector ended 2023 under pressure and it’s unclear how we progress if we’re not a government priority.” scoop.co.nz/stories/PO2404…

Did you know? Approximately 70% of individuals with autism have one or more additional psychiatric or neurological conditions, such as anxiety or ADHD. #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ADHD

📢 Penny Simmonds has lost the disability portfolio, with Social Development Minister Louise Upston taking over as Minister of Disability Issues. How are we feeling about this change? #whaikaha #Disability #pennysimmonds

📢 Whaikaha have released an O.I.A. response to the public, outlining some interesting points of conversation. 💬 What are your key takeaways? whaikaha.govt.nz/assets/1.REP-W… #Disability #whaikaha #disabilitysupport

❓What's one achievement you're particularly proud of, and how has your journey with disability shaped it? #DisabilityRights #DisabilityTwitter #achievements

💡"Panel Announced For Review Into Disability Services." 📨 How do we feel about this announcement? #whaikaha #Disability #DisabilityRights scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2405…

#autistic #autism #AutismAwareness

A Memorial Service will be held for Sir Robert Martin, KNZM on the 7th of June in Wellington. More information: bit.ly/3yztqPw

"Disabled people around the country are feeling a mixture of disappointment and relief in the new coalition government's first Budget." rnz.co.nz/news/political… #budget2024 #disabilities #whaikaha

In New Zealand, Autism is estimated to affect approximately 1-2% of the population, which translates to between 50,000 to 100,000 people. #autistic #AutismSpectrumDisorders #AutismSupport

A reminder that there is a dedicated COVID-19 Disability Helpline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call free on 0800 11 12 13 or text 8988. You can also access this helpline using the New Zealand Relay Service at bit.ly/3xRNrRd