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Disabled Leaders Lead Climate Solutions | Auckland News
Six disability-led projects in Auckland are set to receive $200,000 each to tackle climate change—because people with disabilities, who often feel its worst impacts, are now leading the solutions. Designed by a disability-led panel, this pilot program from Auckland Council and Foundation North ensures disabled voices shape every step, from criteria to funding decisions. Nine community-driven ideas were submitted, including NZSL workshops, an accessible climate app, Māori films on preparedness, food resilience gardens, student-led growing, and easy-to-read climate guides. Six winners will…
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