S1E1 - Interview with Valerie Smith

Valerie Smith is a distinguished New Zealand disability activist. As a senior figure in the disability community, she has been a pivotal force in numerous landmark achievements which have shaped the landscape of awareness, responsiveness, and support to disabled people. Her dedication to championing our rights has earned her a respected place in New Zealand's history of social justice and equality. Throughout her career, Valerie has actively participated in the development and implementation of policies aimed at improving the quality of life for disabled people. She has been instrumental in advocating for accessibility in public spaces, inclusive education, and equitable employment opportunities. Valerie's unwavering commitment to disability equity has inspired many, and continues to drive progress towards a more inclusive and just society for disabled New Zealanders. Disability Responsiveness New Zealand offers personalised mentoring and workshops - view the content of these at https://drnz.co.nz/about-our-workshops-and-programmes/ Audio Shorts, background music provided by www.andrelouis.com Podcast audio and transcript editor : Britta Offergeld Support Disability Disrupters by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/disability-disruptersRead transcript