In addition to a dynamic conference programme, we are offering a Forum on Tuesday 6 March which will focus on the New Models of service delivery being introduced to our sector and openly discuss the challenges and implications that these will present for our members. This will be a key workshop for senior managers, board chairs and board members, and we encourage your attendance.

TUESDAY 6 MARCH 2012

Leading change in the delivery of disability services – What the New Model will mean for your organisation.


8.30am Registration + Coffee

9.00am Welcoming Address Clare Teague CEO & John Taylor Chair of NZDSN

9.15am Hon. Minister Tariana Turia will share her vision for the future and engage with the sector

10.15am Morning tea

10.45am Governance and Management operating in a period of change – Theresa Gattung

12.00pm Lunch

1.00pm Overview of the changes sought by government in the disability sector Government Officials:

  • Denise Cosgrove, General Manager Claims Management from ACC
  • Anne O’Connell, Group Manager at the Ministry of Health
  • Janet Grossman, Chief Executive Work and Income, Ministry of Social Development
  • Jan Scown, Director, Office for Disability Issues at Ministry of Social Development
  • Di Grennell, Director Operations Te Puni Kokiri

3.00pm Forum close John Taylor

REGISTER NOW for the Forum / National Conference