Share your story – help define Deafblindness in Aotearoa New Zealand
This invitation is for people living in New Zealand.
Kia ora,
Are you Deafblind, or do you identify as having difficulty seeing and hearing?
We invite you to take part in a research project that aims to develop a New Zealand-specific definition of Deafblindness. Your voice will help shape services, policy, and recognition of Deafblind experiences — both in Aotearoa and internationally.
Who can participate?
- Adults (18+) who identify as Deafblind – no formal diagnosis needed
- People willing to share their experiences in a supported, accessible interview
What’s involved?
- One interview (30–60 minutes) at the Deafblind Conference or another accessible time and location
- Communication support provided (e.g., NZSL, tactile signing, speech-to-text, Braille, Easy Read)
Why join?
- Your insights will help create a culturally inclusive definition of Deafblindness for Aotearoa and contribute to the International Deafblind Identities Study.
- Participants will receive a $50 gift voucher as a thank you.
Want more Information?
View the information sheet (links):
- Standard: Standard Information Sheet
- Easy Read: Easy Read Information Sheet
- Large Print: Large Print Information Sheet
- Braille(brf file):
- Sign Language Video (Production in Progress)
We can also print and post any of these formats to you.
Interested?
Please contact:
Dr Sally Britnell
sally.britnell@aut.ac.nz
09 921 9999 ext 7539
or
Lisa Kelly (Research Assistant)
lisa.kelly@aut.ac.nz
Please let us know your preferred way to communicate (email, phone, text), and we’ll send you more information.
Your story can shape the future — here in Aotearoa and worldwide.
Ngā mihi,
Sally and the research team
