Kōrero for Change is an evolving online webinar series to spark courageous conversations about ableism and accessibility in Aotearoa New Zealand. Originally spanning commencing in April 2024, a third series has now been extended through to 2027 in response to growing interest and the urgent need to continue addressing systemic barriers faced by disabled people.
More information about Kōrero for Change
The first stage of Kōrero for Change features seven online panel discussions, held every two months. These focus on areas where people across Aotearoa most frequently encounter disabling experiences:
Education
Housing and the Built Environment
Employment
Transport
Media and Communication
Digital and Information Systems
Emergency Response
Building on the momentum of the first year, Kōrero for Change will continue with seven additional webinars addressing further critical areas of inequity:
Health
Justice
Tourism
Social Support and Welfare
Access to Goods and Services
Banking
Political and Democratic Processes
Jenny Marcroft MP, Mathias Bridgeman and Joseph Mooney MP in parliament launching the Kōrero for Change Insight and Actions report - photo by Vish
Total Mobility Scheme & Cost of Living Crisis
Representation of Disabled People in the Political Arena
Progressing Accessibility through the Accessibility Standards Bill
Digital Identification and Disability Inclusion
How Are Disabled People's Supports Recognised and Valued?
Technology, AI and Disability: Creating Possibilities for the Future
These themes reflect deep-seated challenges in the disability sector and are designed to drive meaningful policy change and community-led solutions.
Fostering courageous conversations with thought leaders, disabled people, government, and key stakeholders to challenge ableism and promote inclusive thinking.
Empowering lived experience by highlighting the voices and knowledge of panellists to confront assumptions and inspire action.
Drawing from international standards to showcase practical case studies and spark new ideas for transforming accessibility across Aotearoa.
Knowledge sharing and transparency, with all webinars recorded and made available alongside summary notes on our website.
Kōrero for Change is presented thanks to funding from the J R McKenzie Trust, Whaikaha | Ministry of Disabled People, Spectrum Foundation, Lotteries and Foundation North.
