Altus Enterprises

01/07/2024

At Altus, we celebrated Autistic Pride Day, it was a great success.

Thanks to Craig Burston and our guest speaker, Mira Rao-Su'a, for their motivational speeches.

A short quiz was run for everyone; thanks Lucinda.
Our winners were:
Q1 – Alex Moran
Q2 – Tony Nguyen
Q3 – Richard Smith

Best dressed individual awards went to:
-Female – Monique Collins
-Male – Owen Charlton
💗

25/06/2024

Get ready for the State of Origin tonight!
Queensland is set to dominate and show NSW who's boss.
Obvious for us here at work - Go Maroons! 💪🏉

23/06/2024

John and Aarons's faces are telling it all…
Thank you, Michael from Kilmarnock Enterprises, for kindly donating boots to these guys; it is very much appreciated 👍

29/05/2024

Here at Altus, we had a lot of fun participating in Pink Shirt Day 2024, which aims to eliminate bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusion.
We had so many different variations of pink, which was awesome.
Some standout people received an award for their acts of kindness when someone else nominated them.
1. Erin
2. Fred
3. Okio
4. Ian
5. Majella
6. Wiremu
7. Jacob
8. Mereana
9. John
10. Alicia
11. Nina

And two special awards for best dressed/brightest pink
1. Pokoina
2. Lisa

And our colourful Supervisors were having a bit of fun too.
A great day was had by all. 💗

02/04/2024

We can honestly say our employees are thriving here at Altus.
With 66 employees that have been with us longer than 5 years.
And 36 employees have been with us for over 10 years.

Happy World Autism Awareness Day 👍

Today, April 2nd, marks World Autism Awareness Day, a globally recognised occasion observed by the United Nations. This year, the theme resonates deeply: 'Moving from Surviving to Thriving.' It's a powerful call to action, urging us to shift our focus from mere awareness to actively fostering an environment where Autistic individuals not only survive but truly thrive.

Here in New Zealand, we invite you to support the remarkable work of organisations like Autism New Zealand and Altogether Autism. These dedicated groups are tirelessly advocating for and supporting individuals with autism, helping them navigate challenges and seize opportunities to thrive in our society.

Throughout the month of April, which is also Autism Acceptance Month, there are numerous initiatives and events aimed at promoting understanding, acceptance, and inclusivity. One such event by Autism New Zealand is the 'Hoods Up Volume Down' campaign, including a Nationwide Quiet Hour taking place on April 10th at 10am. It's a moment to create a calm, sensory-friendly environment for individuals with autism and their families. Be sure to visit Autism New Zealand for more details and join in this meaningful experience. https://autismnz.org.nz/

Additionally, Altogether Autism is using this month to celebrate the vibrant Autistic community, sharing stories that shed light on the barriers they still face. Through their social media channels, they're showcasing the resilience, creativity, and unique perspectives of Autistic individuals. Join us in following these inspiring stories and amplifying the voices of the Autistic community.

28/03/2024

A happy collaboration with Bluecurrent - we are happy to explore further opportunities to reduce waste and give more people work. Thanks for giving us a chance Bluecurrent to create a meaningful impact in the lives of our neuro-diverse workforce. 👍

20/03/2024

We are proud to be an inclusive organisation celebrating
'World Down Syndrome Day'
showing that we do assume they can & they are doing it at our workplace now.

Thursday 21 March is World Down Syndrome Day. This year, the theme and messaged that supporters are asked to share is End The Stereotypes.

There are many ways you and your organisation can get involved and take action. The World Down Syndrome Day website offers resources that can be used to start conversations, including the popular Lots of Socks campaign and much more.

https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/

In honour of this day, we would like to share this incredible video from Coordown that challenges us to end negative assumptions and biases. Rather, Assume That I Can.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HpLhxMFJR8&t=1s

World Down Syndrome Day

20/03/2024

Neurodiversity Celebration Week continues…
It is all about reframing things
‘Autism is a difference, not a disorder’ TEDx talk by Katie Forbes sums it up beautifully.





https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgOIGv2Vvvs

15/03/2024

At Altus, we believe in the power of diversity to foster innovation, understanding, and inclusivity. As an organization dedicated to empowering individuals, we are excited to announce the launch of our social media presence, which aims to increase awareness of our contract packing services.

In today's interconnected world, social media serves as a vital platform for sharing ideas, connecting with communities, and amplifying voices. Through our social media channels, we aim to showcase our contract packing services and highlight the importance of neuro-diversity in the workplace.

Stay tuned for exciting updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and inspiring stories from the heart of our organization. Let's celebrate diversity, promote understanding, and make a difference, one post at a time.

What better way than to start this coming Monday with
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 18-24th March