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Deaf Aotearoa

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Deaf Aotearoa is a national organisation representing the voice of Deaf people, and the national service provider for Deaf people in New Zealand.

Deaf Aotearoa also works closely with Deaf communities, government agencies and other organisations to increase awareness, promote New Zealand Sign Language and strengthen the rights of Deaf people.

Their services include:

Hauora: this service provides needs assessment and coordination, applications for assistive equipment and general information and advice.
Employment: this service helps Deaf and hard-of-hearing people with getting and keeping a job.
First Signs: this service is for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children aged 0-5. It supports them and their family/whānau with learning NZSL.
iSign Interpreting Service: iSign provides NZSL interpreters for all settings, including the workplace, school, medical appointments and social events.