Accessibility and inclusion are crucial to making Ōtautahi and Canterbury a welcoming place were all people feel they belong and can contribute to the region. Accessible and inclusive solutions better meet the needs of our diverse community and benefit the wellbeing of our people, as well as local businesses, economic development and tourism. Disability Leadership Canterbury is a network of disabled people that develop and support solutions that are universally accessible, diverse and inclusive. We lead the way towards improved wellbeing for disabled people in Canterbury and public processes and solutions that work for the whole community. Our mahi enhances the contribution of disabled people in local decision making and their wider community.