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23/09/2026

▶️ Enrol to vote! ◀️ Check out these resources from the Electoral Commission with information about enrolling, voting and democracy in NZSL. Ensuring Deaf communities can take part in elections on an equal basis with all voters 👏

22/09/2026

Today is the International Day of Sign Languages, and this year marks 20 years since New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) became an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand 🥳
Check out these great NZSL resources and key signs to learn below:

21/09/2026

Verb Readers and Writers Festival starts tomorrow in Wellington! Join Deaf and disabled writers in the panel session "The Politics of Disabled Joy" this Sunday, led by Olivia Shivas (editor of The D List NZ). The event will be NZSL interpreted. The Politics of Disabled Joy is curated by the Crip the Lit rōpū, which advocates for placing the unique voices and perspectives of Deaf and disabled writers within a mainstream writing context. Tu meke!

Verb Readers and Writers Festival runs in Wellington from 23 to 27 September.

Join Deaf and disabled writers in the panel session "The Politics of Disabled Joy" on Sunday 27 September. The event will be NZSL interpreted.

Emcee Olivia Shivas (editor of The D*List) will lead a panel that includes writer/librarians Riah Tahana-Dawson (Ngāti Kurī, Ngāti Waikato-Tainui) and Bee Trudgeon, and writer/actor/filmmaker Jared Flitcroft (Ngāti Maniapoto).

The Politics of Disabled Joy is curated by the Crip the Lit rōpū, which advocates for placing the unique voices and perspectives of Deaf and disabled writers within a mainstream writing context.

🔗🔗For more info and to buy a ticket:
https://tahahotu.org.nz/Events%20Posting/The-Politics-of-Disabled-Joy-at-Verb-Festival


Verb Wellington Jared Flitcroft

21/09/2026

We're excited to see Made by Maranga have a pop up shop with their beautiful goodies for sale in Cuba Street Wellington! Made sure you pop by before they leave on 8th October 🤩

16/09/2026

We love this reel by Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People, showing how you can learn and celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori in NZSL 👐

Go to our comments for a detailed description of the signs shown below.

16/09/2026

It's Te Wiki o te Reo Māori and we love this post by ADHD NZ which celebrates the te reo word for ADHD- Aroreretini! It translates to "attention goes to many things" 💖 Ka mau te wehi!

ADHD NZ are celebrating our favourite te reo word, 'Aroreretini' which is coined by Māori educator and linguist Keri Opai as a non-judgemental way of describing ADHD; it translates to "attention goes to many things".

We love this empowering term, which embraces the curiosity, creativity and strength that comes from having attention that is drawn to many places.

You can read more about Keri Opai's mahi (work) on our website:
https://www.adhd.org.nz/newsarticle/170238

16/09/2026

Our Employment Specialist Tim has been supporting Nick at his work. Ka mau te wehi! Go check out FreshChoice Cuba Street for some great specials! 🤩

09/09/2026

Every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference and prioritise su***de prevention, ensuring everyone gets the help they need.

If you need to talk Lifeline Aotearoa provides free, confidential support.

Call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354)
or send a text to HELP (4357)

09/09/2026

How do you stand out in a world of AI job hunters? This RNZ article has some good tips for job hunters in an AI world:

Jobhunters using AI to help with their applications are flooding listings, leaving some recruiters sifting through thousands of potential hires for each position advertised.

08/09/2026

Tess has been volunteering at Vinnies Porirua Central for over 6 months. Alongside store manager Jesse and her fellow volunteers, Tess has been learning valuable retail skills around customer service, cash handling and store presentation. Go check out Vinnies Porirua Central at 6 Lyttleton Ave for some great op-shop finds and their awesome crew of volunteers!

Thanks St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington for this great opportunity to work together!