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What is Inclusion? 

EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN OUR COMMUNITIES

RICI is committed to promoting & initiating more inclusion in the Rodney District, NZ - with a focus on the inclusion of people with disabilities. This is a learning process for all involved, including for the organization itself.  We want to partner with groups across all sectors in our communities - to maximize learning and impact and transcend traditional divides. Please contact us for any queries and feedback, or to support and join us on this important mission. 

Diversity is a given,

but how we demonstrate inclusion in our communities, is a choice.

 

He waka eke noa

We are all in this together.

KEY PLAYERS IN CREATING INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES

Municipalities

- urban and rural

Businesses

- big and small

Institutions

- schools,

health districts,

facilities, etc.

Community-based

Organisations

- culture, sport and

recreation groups,

service organisations,

faith communities, etc.

Inclusion, is appreciating and valuing human differences by removing barriers and creating an atmosphere that promotes a sense of belonging – where everyone feels respected and valued for their uniqueness.

 

In an inclusive environment, people are valued because of, not in spite of, their differences - so everyone can fully participate and thrive.

 

Wheelchair on the Beach

The NZ Human Rights Commission

The HRC works in partnership with others to help individuals and organisations around New Zealand to understand their rights and meet their legal responsibilities. 

Disabled people have the right to be respected for who they are, be free from ableism and discriminatory barriers, and participate fully in all aspects of society. 

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