Submissions – PARENTS OF VISION IMPAIRED (NZ) Inc.

Latest PVI Submissions

February 3, 2026January 13, 2026 by Rebekah Graham

Our latest PVI Submissions on policies, legislation, and consulting rounds can be found here, both a quick summary and downloadable links.
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There is a difference between what the working groups recommended, and what the Ministerial Disability Leadership Group included in the draft disability strategy. This information was not proactively released, but instead we had to OIA it. We present the OIA’d information below:

New submission: Early Childhood

August 20, 2025 by Rebekah Graham

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PVI has submitted feedback on the proposed Early Childhood Education reforms, with a focus on disabled children and their whānau. While around 95% of 3–4-year-olds in Aotearoa attend ECE, disabled children often face significant barriers: Continue Reading New submission: Early Childhood

PVI Submission on the Public Service Amendment Bill

August 19, 2025 by Rebekah Graham

Parents of Vision Impaired (PVI) has made a submission on the Public Service Amendment Bill. While we support efforts to improve efficiency and accountability, we are deeply concerned that the Bill weakens commitments to equity, inclusion, and participation. Continue Reading PVI Submission on the Public Service Amendment Bill

Local Government Amendment Bill: Concerns

August 19, 2025 by Rebekah Graham

Parents of Vision Impaired NZ (PVI) has made a submission to Parliament on the proposed changes to local government. We have several concerns about this Bill. Why? Because this Bill: Continue Reading Local Government Amendment Bill: Concerns