Accessible information training
We run free 2-hour workshops in collaboration with the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) and members of 3 Disabled People Organisations (DPOs).
The workshops are open to all staff from central government organisations and local government bodies, including:
- public service and non-public service departments
- Crown Agencies
- Te Whatu Ora
- local councils.
This training covers:
- what accessible information is
- why information needs to be accessible
- the drivers and standards for government information accessibility
- presentations from people with disabilities and why accessibility is important to them
- making online/digital information accessible
- providing documents in alternate formats
- practical accessibility tips.
To register for the next available session, email the accessibility team at accessibility@whaikaha.govt.nz.