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Enhancing Employment for Individuals with Down Syndrome
October 8 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for an engaging session that will kick off with the launch of a new video designed to enhance the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association’s (NZDSA) employment resource kit. Created in partnership with Kindred – Psychology at Work, this video is a key component in promoting inclusive hiring practices and supporting both job seekers with Down syndrome and employers. Following the video launch, we will explore how these new resources integrate with Recreate NZ’s Moxie Programs to offer a comprehensive approach to improving employment opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome.
Sarah Ferens
Sarah leads the Moxie programme at Recreate NZ, supporting quality employment outcomes for people with intellectual disabilities across New Zealand. Moxie fosters courageous spirit in trainees, community members and employers, aiming to challenge limiting perceptions in society and to break the barriers to employment.
Kate Maroulis
Kindred – Psychology at Work is an organisational development and talent consultancy. Directors Kate Maroulis and Georgina Kirk have partnered with the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association to design a series of resources to support more people with Down syndrome to gain meaningful employment. Kate and George are Psychologists registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and passionate about creating New Zealand workplaces where everyone is included.