Discover how our advocacy work is changing lives and how you can be a part of it!
Welcome to Citizen Advocacy Auckland!
For over 30 years, we’ve been championing the rights and voices of people with intellectual disabilities in the Auckland community. As a not-for-profit, government-funded organization, we’re dedicated to promoting, facilitating, and supporting advocacy, connecting people with disabilities with caring community members to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. Learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
What is Citizen Advocacy?
Citizen advocacy is a movement designed to support people with disabilities in achieving independence and fulfilling lives. It is based on the principle that everyone should have their voice heard and their rights respected.
The Citizen Advocacy movement, initiated by Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger in the United States in 1966, aims to protect and promote the rights of people with intellectual disabilities.
How does it work?
Citizen Advocacy Auckland is a leading organization in New Zealand, dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live full and valued lives. We connect people with disabilities with volunteer advocates, providing training and ongoing support to ensure successful partnerships.
Through citizen advocacy, intellectually disabled people gain a strong voice, build self-confidence, and create lasting connections within their communities.
Why is citizen advocacy needed?
Alison’s journey is confronting but embodies the very essence of citizen advocacy: providing unwavering support to vulnerable people with disabilities, fighting for their rights, and working towards a society where everyone is valued and respected.
Watch Alison’s story to understand why citizen advocacy is not just a concept, but a lifeline. It’s about ensuring that no one is left behind, and that every person has the opportunity to live a life of dignity and fulfillment.
Acknowledgements
We are grateful to the following community funders for their generous support of our work:
Community organisation grant scheme
Four winds foundation
Independent living services (ils)
Te pou
NZ federation of disability information centres
Their contributions have made it possible for us to provide essential services to people with disabilities and their families. We are proud to partner with these organizations to create a more inclusive community for all.
We would also like to thank all of our other supporters, including individual donors, volunteers, and community partners. Your support makes a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
Thank you!
