News and media

IHC is the voice for intellectual disability in New Zealand. We regularly comment in the media on a range of topics to advocate and stand up for the rights of disabled people. We also share people’s stories through several publications, including our flagship magazine, Strong Voices.

We have a great resource for journalists with some tips on writing about disability and disabled people, including appropriate language to use.

If you have a media enquiry or want to tell your story, please email ihccomms@ihc.org.nz or call 027 807 7740.

Ralph Jones awarded NZDSN Life Membership
September 23, 2024
Our Chief Executive Ralph Jones has been awarded Life Membership of NZDSN.
Notice of 2024 IHC New Zealand AGM
September 20, 2024
Notice is hereby given of IHC New Zealand Incorporated’s Annual General Meeting to be held at 3pm Friday 1 November 2024.
The passing of Kingi Tuheitia
August 30, 2024
IHC Group offers its heartfelt condolences to the whānau, loved ones, and the Tainui community on the passing of Kingi Tuheitia, a leader committed to kotahitanga.
IHC Capture the moment photo competition winners announced
Media release
August 28, 2024
Beren Hughes from New Plymouth has won first place in the IHC Capture the moment photography competition with his work "Friends Sharing Lunch".
Government changes for Whaikaha and Disability Services
August 15, 2024
The Government has announced that the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is becoming responsible for delivering disability support services from October 2024.
Declan Jack's Train Yard is the People's Choice
Media release
August 5, 2024
Kapiti Coast artist Declan Jack (29) has won the 2024 IHC Art Awards L’affare People’s Choice Award and $2,000 for his ceramic work, Train Yard.
Woefully underfunded disability allowances failing intellectually disabled New Zealanders
Media release
August 1, 2024
IHC is calling for the government to triple the Child Disability Allowance and double the Disability Allowance to improve the quality of life and longevity for intellectually disabled people.
IHC recognises strength of survivors following Abuse in Care - Royal Commission of Inquiry report release
Media release
July 25, 2024
IHC New Zealand acknowledges the traumatic experiences shared by survivors of abuse and neglect and is committed to taking action.
IHC slams Winston Peters' use of retard as an insult in parliament
Media release
July 24, 2024
Yesterday was a sad day for Aotearoa New Zealand when the Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters, was asked by the Speaker of the House to withdraw his use of the term ‘retard’.
New Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities in Residential Disability Support Services
Media release
July 17, 2024
The recent report by the Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) on complaints about residential disability support services is a crucial step towards improving the lives of intellectually disabled individuals in New Zealand.