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As winter settles in and Matariki approaches, it’s the perfect moment to cozy up with a hot drink and dive into our mid-year eVision. This edition is packed with interesting reads, from learning Braille as a parent to discovering new ways to unwind, enjoying Disney on Ice with audio descriptions, catching up on our latest advocacy efforts, plus so much more Continue Reading June eVision
Beneath the crisp light of a sunny winter’s day, amidst the lush greenery of Hamilton Gardens, Parents of Vision Impaired NZ (PVI) and Kāpō Māori Aotearoa (KMA) came together to celebrate the formal signing of Tatau Pounamu – a Memorandum of Understanding symbolising our partnership, shared purpose, and collective hope for our shared futures. Continue Reading Parents of Vision Impaired NZ and Kāpō Māori Aotearoa Sign Historic Tatau Pounamu Agreement
The head of employment and youth transition for Blind Low Vision NZ provides information for parents on navigating transition from school into employment or further training.
Continue Reading Transitioning from school
PVINZ has started offering an online programme for parents who are new to the blind and disability sector. During 2024 we ran this programme in person during the conference workshops. Our programme is useful for parents navigating an avalanche of new acronyms, assorted agencies, and getting a handle on what it all means. Useful resources… Continue Reading Information for parents new to the blind and disability sector.
The Hāpai Access Card has been operating since 2020 in Aotearoa New Zealand. This post is a short explainer on how it works Continue Reading Hāpai Access Card
At our 2024 PVI Parent Conference, Rachael Wiltshire from Auckland Disability Law spoke about cyberbullying; what it is, what the law says, and how to respond. Continue Reading Responding to Cyberbullying
We asked Andrea Midgen, the CE for Blind Low Vision to give us her top 10 reasons why we should register children with Blind Low Vision NZ Continue Reading Top 10 reasons to register your child with Blind Low Vision NZ
As we roll into Term 4 and the end of the year, we have collated a selection of information, updates, and photographs for this eVision so that those who weren’t able to make it can still takeaway useful information. For those who could attend, this eVision is a handy reminder and collection of key ideas. Continue Reading November 2024 eVision – Conference edition
A short explainer on what inclusive education is (and isn’t!) and why it matters for the long-term outcomes of our children. Continue Reading What is “inclusive education” and why does it matter?
A leaked document indicates the government is seeking to severely restrict and reduce access to residential services for disabled people. The restrictions are so severe that there is significant risk of harm to disabled people and their families, particularly for aging parents who are finding care work increasingly difficult. Disabled people will now have to… Continue Reading BREAKING – Freeze on residential care risks harming disabled people and families
