Refresh of the New Zealand Disability Strategy

Public consultation on the draft New Zealand Disability Strategy is now open. The closing date to provide your feedback is Sunday 28 September 2025.

On this page you will find the draft strategy as well as lots of ways to have your say.

Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy – Part 1 Introduction
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy – Part 2 Background
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy – Part 3 Vision and Principles
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 Priority Outcome Areas (Introduction & Ending)
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 – Education
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 – Employment
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 – Health
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 – Housing
Draft New Zealand Disability Strategy Part 4 – Justice

How to have your say

There are lots of ways to have your say on the draft strategy:

Accessible online platform

Attend a hui/meeting

Other ways to provide feedback

Feedback form

Email: disabilitystrategy@whaikaha.govt.nz

The closing date to provide your feedback is Sunday 28 September 2025.

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