Who are our legal education services for?
Our education sessions help:
- Deaf and disabled people – Understand your rights and feel empowered to make informed choices.
- Families and whānau – Learn how to support a Deaf or disabled loved one in navigating legal challenges.
- Disability organisations and community law centres – Get training on the legal rights of Deaf and disabled people.
- Other stakeholders – For example, employers. Learn about your legal responsibilities and how to create inclusive environments.
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What topics do our legal education sessions cover?
We offer education on set topics, but we can also tailor sessions to your needs.
Popular topics include:
- Disability discrimination – Your rights and what to do if you face discrimination.
- Supported Decision Making and the PPPR Act – Guardianship orders, Property orders and Enduring Power of Attorney.
- Employment Rights – Disclosure and pre-employment; reasonable accommodations.
We also work with organisations to develop custom sessions based on what your community needs. You can get a taster for what is included in these sessions by visiting our legal resources page.
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Watch our National Community Educator Rachael Wiltshire explain what she does, and how Spectrum Foundation funding has allowed her to share disability-specific legal information across Aotearoa.
What happens when you contact us?
Here’s what to expect when you reach out for legal education:
Step 1: Get in touch
Email info@adl.org.nz
Phone 09 257 5140
Text only mobile number 0274 575 140
Send us an NZSL message at www.nzsl.direct/adl. Please note this service is not monitored daily. If urgent, please use an alternative contact method. CURRENTLY UNDER MAINTENANCE, PLEASE USE A DIFFERENT CONTACT METHOD.
Step 2: Let’s plan your session
Choose from our set topics or request a custom session.
We work with organisations, community groups, and workplaces.
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Contact Aotearoa Disability Law
Making justice accessible for Deaf and disabled people.
Email info@adl.org.nz
Phone 09 257 5140
Text only mobile number 027 457 5140
Send us an NZSL message at www.nzsl.direct/adl
CURRENTLY UNDER MAINTENANCE, PLEASE USE A DIFFERENT CONTACT METHOD
Mangere Community Law Centre,
Unit 9, Shop 27,
Mangere Town Square,
Mangere, Manukau 2022
