Tiaho Trust is a disabled-led organisation working to create communities across Te Tai Tokerau Northland where disabled people are included, valued and able to participate fully.

We provide independent advocacy, disability information, education and support. We also work alongside disability service providers, community organisations, businesses, and local and central government agencies to improve accessibility and inclusion throughout Northland.

Our collaborative approach ensures disabled people are leaders and active participants in decisions, projects and services that affect their lives.

Our services

Name: Tiaho Trust
Address: 31 Hannah Street, Whangārei, Northland, 0101, New Zealand
Telephone: 09 430 3406

Independent advocacy

Tiaho Trust offers free, independent advocacy for disabled people and their whānau. We may be able to assist if you:

Feel you are being treated unfairly because of your disability
Are having difficulty accessing the support or services you need
Need help understanding your rights or available options
Would like support communicating with an organisation or service provider

Disability information and connections

We provide information about disability services, support groups, events and community resources available throughout Te Tai Tokerau Northland.

Our online Supporters Directory helps disabled people, whānau and carers find specialist disability organisations and learn more about the services they provide.

Representation and community development

Tiaho Trust represents the perspectives and interests of disabled people on a range of local government, community and agency committees and advisory panels.

We act as a connection between these organisations and Northland’s disabled community, helping ensure disabled people have meaningful input into the policies and services that affect them.

Disability responsiveness training

Tiaho Trust provides specialist disability responsiveness training for public, private and community-sector organisations. Our training helps organisations build their understanding, confidence and ability to provide accessible, inclusive and respectful services to disabled people.