Join Chris Blum, a respected Deaf leader, for a presentation on Deafhood. He will talk about: Deafhood: A concept introduced by Deaf researcher Paddy Ladd in 1993. It focuses on the journey and process of recognizing and valuing Deaf identity and culture, leading to Deaf leadership. History and Oppression: An ... Read more
Join us for a Mental Health First Aid Workshop. Mental health refers to feeling unwell internally (in the mind and body), rather than in physical appearance. Mental health can be impacted by various factors such as bullying, divorce, loss, relocation, trauma, accidents, and more. What You'll Learn: - How to ... Read more
These three workshops are intended to provide you with valuable insights into managing your finances and safeguarding your financial well-being in the long run. 1st Workshop: EPOA, Will, Financial Abuse Date: Sunday, 6th October Time: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM (4 hours) Topics: Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), wills, and ... Read more
These three workshops are intended to provide you with valuable insights into managing your finances and safeguarding your financial well-being in the long run. 1st Workshop: EPOA, Will, Financial Abuse Date: Sunday, 6th October Time: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM (4 hours) Topics: Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), wills, and ... Read more
Deaf Presenter from Emerge Aotearoa / Ka Puta Ka Ora What this is about: This workshop aims to explain Dementia and Alzheimer's. These are conditions that cause people to forget things and change how they act. Workshop information: - What is Dementia and Alzheimer's - Who is at risk of ... Read more
Deaf Presenter from Emerge Aotearoa / Ka Puta Ka Ora What this is about: This workshop aims to explain Dementia and Alzheimer's. These are conditions that cause people to forget things and change how they act. Workshop information: - What is Dementia and Alzheimer's - Who is at risk of ... Read more
Begin with storytelling to celebrate Pacific culture. Participants will receive a carving kit to work on and take home, allowing them to create their own cultural design. They will learn carving techniques on flat wood.
First-Time Learners and Refresher Review in ONE DAY First-Time First Aid Training: Learn how to help in an emergency. Basic first aid skills (e.g., treating cuts, burns, choking). How to perform CPR and use a defibrillator (AED). Gain confidence to assist family, friends, or the community. First Aid Refresher: For ... Read more
In this workshop, you'll learn about: Digital Tools: Introduction to NZ Relay, Ava, Otter AI, and ChatGPT Staying Safe Online: Recognising scams, how to keep personal information safe, social media safety AI (Artificial Intelligence) Awareness: How to use AI safely Future Tools: New technologies such as the Kara NZSL AI ... Read more
Planning for later life / financial stability - Technology Skills Basic Basic Tech Skills Workshop for the Deaf Community Learn how to use your phone in ways that work best for you. This workshop will show you how to turn on captions, speak using text, and adjust your phone’s accessibility ... Read more
Planning for later life / financial stability - EPOA and Advanced Care Planning A Deaf presenter shares real experiences supporting Deaf seniors. Learn about Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) – choosing someone you trust to make decisions if you can’t. Advanced Care Planning (ACP) – writing down your health care ... Read more
Planning for later life / financial stability - Tree Family Heritage Discover your roots and family story. Many Deaf people don’t know their full history. This workshop helps explore ancestry, culture, and health. Learn about mixed heritage (Māori, Samoan, European), find family documents, and build your family tree using your ... Read more