YES Disability Resource Centre

YES Disability Resource Centre Here at YES Disability Resource Centre, we move past 'no' to get to 'yes'. Yes models the New Zealand Disability Schedule.

YES a not-for-profit organisation, working to ensure disabled youth and those with learning differences are represented equitably in governance, planning and employment. The YES Disability Resource Centre (YES) is a non-profit organisation working to ensure young people with disabilities are represented in governance, planning and staffing. It offers community-based resources young people need to

build themselves meaningful lives. Our members include youth with disabilities, older people, their family / whanau, support people and health professionals. It is a central access point for information, support and innovation for all people living with a disability and their families in Aotearoa. Each year YES receives over 30,000 enquiries from people needing specialised information, services and support. YES currently offers a number of programmes to support the inclusion of youth with disabilities and learning differences in the wider community.


• Pacific Education Support Program
• I.Drive Licensing Program
• The Empowered Program
• Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award / Hillary Award Aotearoa NZ Program
• Empowering Inclusive Education
• Yes I Can Leadership Program
• Re-Imagine
• Self Defence Course for Young Women with disabilities

I.Lead x VTNZ Testing Days are back!I.Drive is partnering with VTNZ to bring their portable testing units to Albany, Auc...
28/05/2026

I.Lead x VTNZ Testing Days are back!

I.Drive is partnering with VTNZ to bring their portable testing units to Albany, Auckland's North Shore.
This will allow participants the opportunity to take their learners licence test in an environment that is familiar and relaxed.

There will be readers available if needed.
When -Wednesday 24th June from 10.00am
Where - YES Disability, 3 William Laurie Place, Albany.

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
Spots are limited so register your interest quick! You can visit the registration page to secure your spot: https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2025-registration-form

Are you a disabled person who lives in Auckland who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the pro...
27/05/2026

Are you a disabled person who lives in Auckland who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the program for you!

YES runs the I.Drive Licensing Program as an interactive and comprehensive theory-based workshop to support you in attaining your license.

The workshop includes:
-Going through the New Zealand Road Code in an easy-learning manner
-Participants will be given a take-home workbook
-Free pizza for lunch
-Support booking your learner's test

West Auckland: 4th & 5th of June
Location: Mānutewhau Community House (West Harbour Community Hub) - 74 Oreil Avenue

South Auckland: 9th & 10th of July
Location: Mana Inc- 32 Beach Road, Pahurehure

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
Interested in attending one of these I.Drive sessions? Visit the registration page on our website or email abdulla@yesdisability.org.nz to secure your spot!
https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2025-registration-form

🏊 Disability Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay is hosting an All Abilities Swim Meet 2026, and registrations close Friday!...
27/05/2026

🏊 Disability Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay is hosting an All Abilities Swim Meet 2026, and registrations close Friday!

Whether you’re aiming for a PB, giving it a go, or cheering from the sidelines, They’d love to see you there. Events will include kickboard, freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke across a range of distances.
Register by 29 May here: https://tinyurl.com/swim-meet-26
🗓 Date: Saturday 13 June 2026
🕙 Time: 9.30am (registration and briefing), with racing starting at 10.00am
📍 Location: HB Regional Aquatic Centre (meet at the grandstand in the pools)
💲 Cost: Free

🏊 Our All Abilities Swim Meet 2026 is coming up!

Whether you’re aiming for a PB, giving it a go, or cheering from the sidelines, we’d love to see you there. Events will include kickboard, freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke across a range of distances.

Register by 29 May here: https://tinyurl.com/swim-meet-26

🗓 Date: Saturday 13 June 2026
🕙 Time: 9.30am (registration and briefing), with racing starting at 10.00am
📍 Location: HB Regional Aquatic Centre (meet at the grandstand in the pools)
💲 Cost: Free

Sport Hawke's Bay
Halberg Foundation
Special Olympics






Unlock the Outdoors with I.Lead x William Pike Challenge!I.Lead has teamed up with the William Pike Challenge to empower...
26/05/2026

Unlock the Outdoors with I.Lead x William Pike Challenge!

I.Lead has teamed up with the William Pike Challenge to empower disabled youth to explore the outdoors and stay active! I.Lead will be the trailblazing disabled youth group to take on this exciting challenge.

To complete the challenge, participants are required to complete:
- 5 Outdoor Activities
- 20 hours of Community Service
- 20 hours of a Passion Project

Interested in registering or learning more? You can do so here: https://www.ilead.org.nz/programs-william-pike-challenge/

I.Drive Blenheim:Are you a disabled person who lives in Blenheim who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive...
25/05/2026

I.Drive Blenheim:

Are you a disabled person who lives in Blenheim who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the program for you!
YES runs the I.Drive Licensing Program as an interactive and comprehensive theory-based workshop to support you in attaining your license.

The workshop includes:
-Going through the New Zealand Road Code in an easy-learning manner
-Participants will be given a take-home workbook
-Free pizza for lunch
-Support booking your learner's test

Blenheim: 9th of June
Location: TBC

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
Interested in attending one of these I.Drive sessions? Visit the registration page on the I.Lead website or email Abdulla at abdulla@yesdisability.org.nz to secure your spot!
https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2025-registration-form

3 Showcase Days down, many more to come!Our next Showcase Day will be hosted in Blenheim on the 8th of June.I.Lead Showc...
24/05/2026

3 Showcase Days down, many more to come!
Our next Showcase Day will be hosted in Blenheim on the 8th of June.

I.Lead Showcase Days are an opportunity to celebrate, connect, and grow our disabled youth-led movement across Aotearoa. These events are designed to introduce new members, partners, and supporters to I.Lead, while highlighting the impact, leadership, and advocacy driven by disabled young people in our communities.

Showcase Days provide a welcoming and accessible space to:
-Learn about I.Lead’s kaupapa, programmes, and regional committees
-Hear directly from disabled youth leaders about their experiences and impact
-Explore opportunities to get involved — as a member, volunteer, partner, or supporter
-Connect with like-minded young people, organisations, and decision-makers
Each Showcase Day reflects our commitment to youth leadership, inclusion, and collective action. Whether you’re a disabled young person wanting to build confidence and create change, or an organisation wanting to better engage with disabled youth, I.Lead Showcase Days are a place to start.
Come along, meet the community, and see what’s possible when disabled youth lead the way.

Our remaining showcase dates are:
Blenheim – Monday 8th June
Whangārei – Monday 15th June
Dunedin – Friday 17th July
Tauranga – Wednesday 22nd July
Invercargill – Friday 14th August
Waikato -Thursday 20 August
Manawatū – Wednesday 16th September
Wellington -Wednesday 21st October

Want to learn more or register for one of our Showcase Days? Check out this link:
https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-lead-showcase-days-2026/

Are you a disabled person who lives in Auckland who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the pro...
21/05/2026

Are you a disabled person who lives in Auckland who is looking to gain their Learner's Licence? I.Drive could be the program for you!

YES runs the I.Drive Licensing Program as an interactive and comprehensive theory-based workshop to support you in attaining your license.

The workshop includes:
-Going through the New Zealand Road Code in an easy-learning manner
-Participants will be given a take-home workbook
-Free pizza for lunch
-Support booking your learner's test

West Auckland: 4th & 5th of June
Location: Mānutewhau Community House (West Harbour Community Hub) - 74 Oreil Avenue

South Auckland: 16th & 17th of July
Location: Mana Inc- 32 Beach Road, Pahurehure

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
Interested in attending one of these I.Drive sessions? Visit the registration page on our website or email abdulla@yesdisability.org.nz to secure your spot!
https://www.ilead.org.nz/i-drive-2025-registration-form

21/05/2026
20/05/2026

THE DAY IS FINALLY HERE!

Christchurch's I.Lead Showcase Day is upon us! We can't wait to share our mahi with the wider community.
We have lots of fun things in store including a youth panel, interactive tables, and even a simulated mini conference.

Want to be a part of the fun? Or to see what I.Lead has to offer? Come see us!
We'll be at Youth Hub CHCH, 109 Salisbury Street, between 10am-2pm

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3 William Laurie Place, Albany
Auckland

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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