New supplementary paper updates Aotearoa New Zealand Autism Guideline
The Guideline describes best practice on how to support autistic people in New Zealand.
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Welcome to Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People.
Following the recommendations from the Independent Review, Disability Support Services has transferred to the Ministry of Social Development (MSD).
If you are a disabled person, family member, or carer of a disabled person, your first point of contact will continue to be your provider, NASC, or Enabling Good Lives site.
Whaikaha will become a standalone department to provide leadership and stewardship for disabled people across government.
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News from Whaikaha
Independent Review
The Minister for Disability Issues Hon Louise Upston commissioned an Independent Review of the Disability Support System to strengthen its long-term sustainability.
Abuse in Care final report
The Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry has released its final report – Whanaketia – through pain and trauma, from darkness to light.
About Whaikaha
Get to know Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People, our role in Government and our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Find out about the history of disability in Aotearoa New Zealand and the journey that led to our new Ministry.
Discover why we're transforming the disability system in line with the Enabling Good Lives (EGL) principles.