Welcome to Taha Hotu Deaf and Disabled Artists Initiative
We are disability-led and facilitated by Arts Access Aotearoa.
Our kaupapa is about supporting Deaf and disabled artists to create work, navigate the arts sector, advocate for change and develop our creative practice.
We want Deaf and disabled artists to be an expected and anticipated part of the arts in Aotearoa, where we tell our own stories on our own terms, and we are valued as Deaf and disabled artists.
“We’ve got to have arts and rights together otherwise it’s not worth having arts.”
Duncan Armstrong, performing artist
Explore our work
We focus on supporting our communities through networks of artists, Deaf and disability-led organisations, accessibility services and events.
Meet the artists in our network
We’re building a network of Deaf and disabled artists across Aotearoa to connect our community and help you find artists to collaborate with.
Connect with organisations
Searching for a Deaf or disability-led organisation to support your work? Explore our network of outstanding local organisations.
Discover support organisations
Need accessibility services? Find organisations offering audio description, NZSL interpretation, translation, support services and more.
Explore opportunities and events
These events empower Deaf and disabled artists through initiatives and resources that foster creative growth and career development.
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