I Lead

18/06/2026

Te Ara Tāne: The Path of Men

We’re creating a space where disabled men (18-30) can come together, be real, and have honest kōrero about the ups and downs of life — the stuff people don’t always talk about. Whether it’s about identity, relationships, mental health, or just everyday challenges, this is a space where you’ll be heard and understood.
This group was designed by disabled men, for disabled men — no pressure, no judgement, just a chance to connect, listen, and be yourself.

Come along. Your story matters. Your voice belongs here.
Our next in-person meeting date (Auckland based) is the evening of July 21st (Tuesday), while our next online session is the evening of the 23rd of July (Thursday).
Click here to register for ‘Te Ara Tāne – The Path of Men': https://www.ilead.org.nz/te-ara-tane/

18/06/2026

17/06/2026

I.Lead x VTNZ Testing Days are back!
I.Drive is partnering with VTNZ to bring their portable testing units to Albany, Auckland's North Shore.

This will allow participants the opportunity to take their learners licence test in an environment that is familiar and relaxed.

There will be readers available if needed.

When -Wednesday 24th June from 10.00am
Where - YES Disability, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany.

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.

Spots are limited so register your interest quick! You can visit the I.Drive registration page on the I.Lead website to secure your spot: https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2025-registration-form

17/06/2026

We would love for you to check out all of the crazy hard work our I.Pride and I.Lead members, as well as YES staff, have been putting into Sweat With Pride this year!

You can check out all of our progress on our teams page! From there you can see our minutes spent sweating, our leaderboard of who's done the most exercise and raised the most money, check our current donations and how close we are to our goal, and you can check member specific pages too!

We would really appreciate any donations to our team or individual pages, any and everything will push us closer to our goals!!

Check out I.Pride's Sweat With Pride page here!
https://www.sweatwithpride.com/fundraisers/ipride

16/06/2026

Last week, the National Committee met in Christchurch to discuss important topics such as refining I.Lead's Terms of Reference, developments in each region, and plans for future I.Lead events.

16/06/2026

Two weeks ago, after arriving back from Hawaii, I headed straight into another special moment, the YES Disability Resource Centre 20 Year Celebration.

I’m really proud to have been an ambassador for YES for the last 13 years alongside Cam Calkoen, and grateful for the support, opportunities, and belief they have given me over that time.

YES has played a big part in helping create spaces for young disabled people to be heard, to supporting leadership through I.Lead and beyond.

It was special to celebrate 20 years of impact, community, and mahi. Congratulations to everyone who has been part of the YES journey. 💙

15/06/2026

Are you a disabled person who lives in Auckland who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the program for you!

YES runs the I.Drive Licensing Program as an interactive and comprehensive theory-based workshop to support you in attaining your license.

The workshop includes:
-Going through the New Zealand Road Code in an easy-learning manner
-Participants will be given a take-home workbook
-Free pizza for lunch
-Support booking your learner's test

South Auckland: 16th & 17th of July
Location: Mana Inc- 32 Beach Road, Pahurehure

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.

Interested in attending one of these I.Drive sessions? Visit the registration page on the I.Lead website or email [email protected] to secure your spot!

14/06/2026

This week on What's News Dunedin?, host Richard Knights is chatting with Hannah Butson from I Lead a movement of youth with lived experience of disabilities who are advocating for a better future.

They will be discussing the change I.Lead is making in our community, alongside the advocacy, support, and opportunities they are creating for young people in Dunedin and beyond.

📻 Tune in on 105.4FM / 1575AM or stream it live from oar.org.nz

What's News Dunedin? is proudly supported by Casa Valencia
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086731534523

12/06/2026

Te Ara Tāne: The Path of Men

We’re creating a space where disabled men (18-30) can come together, be real, and have honest kōrero about the ups and downs of life — the stuff people don’t always talk about. Whether it’s about identity, relationships, mental health, or just everyday challenges, this is a space where you’ll be heard and understood.

This group was designed by disabled men, for disabled men — no pressure, no judgement, just a chance to connect, listen, and be yourself.
Come along. Your story matters. Your voice belongs here.

Our next in-person meeting date (Auckland based) is the evening of June 16th (Tuesday), while our next online session is the evening of the 18th of June (Thursday).

Click here to register for ‘Te Ara Tāne – The Path of Men': https://www.ilead.org.nz/te-ara-tane/

17/05/2026

Modern problems require modern solutions ✅️
The creative problem-solving abilities of disabled youth is unmatched. Change my mind.



Video Description: Hannah, the I.Lead Southern Coordinator, wheels through Kmart aisles with a helium balloon tied to her wheelchair. The balloon floats above the top of the shelves, pin pointing Hannah's location.
Text on the video says: "POV, you keep losing your friend in the aisles, so you find a solution".