Unpacking Disability Law Workshops

Auckland Disability Law runs introductory Unpacking Disability Law workshops to educate people with disabilities and disability advocates about their disability and legal rights. Please see below to learn more about the upcoming workshops based in South Auckland and Waitākere.

Unpacking Disability Law – South Auckland Workshops

14 April 2021– 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tools to Keep Safe: Personal Safety Rights and Protections around Domestic Violence, Trespass, Harassment and Cyber Bullying
Register by 31 March 2021

5 May 2021 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Who’s Got the Power: Enduring Powers of Attorney, Welfare Guardianship, Property Managers and Supported Decision Making
Planning Ahead: Making a Will
Register by 21 April 2021

2 June 2021 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Employment Essentials: Pre-employment and Employment Rights
Register by 19 May 2021

Venue: Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Road, Manurewa, Auckland

Unpacking Disability Law – Waitākere Workshops

8 April 2021 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Employment Essentials: Pre-employment and Employment Rights
Register by 31 March 2021

23 June 2021 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tools to Keep Safe: Personal Safety Rights and Protections around Domestic Violence, Trespass, Harassment and Cyber Bullying
Register by 9 June 2021

Venue: Common House, Massey Community Hub, 385 Don Buck Rd, Massey, Auckland

Registrations

Registrations are filling fast. If you want to attend any of these sessions, please register as soon as possible. Please contact Auckland Disability Law by emailing them at info@adl.org.nz, texting them on 027 457 5140 or ringing them on 09 257 5140. Please provide your name, email address, contact phone number, date and session(s) the name and location or session(s), you wish to attend. All sessions are free. Light refreshments will be provided.

Access Needs

• The venues are wheelchair accessible.
• If you require an NZSL interpreter, please advise us two weeks in advance of your session.
• Please let us know if you require written resources ahead of time for your screen reader, technology or to prepare for the session.
• You are welcome to bring a support person, family member or agency with you.
• Please let us know if you have any other access needs.

Covid-19 Alert Levels

Given the current situation with Covid-19, Auckland Disability Law will be monitoring government announcements as  the Unpacking Disability Law session dates get closer. Auckland Disability Law will advise people who have registered of any changes to these sessions and any Covid-19 requirements placed around these events.