Support organisations
This page lists organisations providing accessibility services that make the arts more accessible such as audio description, NZSL interpretation, translation and captioning services.
There are also individuals who provide consultation, support and services throughout Aotearoa. Please email us if you would like more information, or if you would like your business listed here.
Platform Interpreting NZ
Platform Interpreting NZ makes arts events accessible for the New Zealand Deaf community. Partnering with organisations nationwide, they provide interpreters for performances, concerts, festivals, and more. The team includes performance interpreters and Deaf cultural consultants, ensuring every event is inclusive and enjoyable. Platform Interpreting NZ also create promotional videos in NZSL with English captions, helping spread the word about accessible events.
WordsWorth Interpreting
WordsWorth Interpreting connects NZSL interpreters with Deaf and hearing communities. Their experienced team follows a strict code of ethics, providing reliable and professional services. With over 20 years of experience, WordsWorth is passionate about making communication seamless and respectful. Whether new to sign language interpretation or familiar with it, WordsWorth offers support and guidance.
iSign
iSign connects Deaf and hearing communities across Aotearoa through New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) interpreting services. With a network of skilled interpreters, iSign provides on-demand video and in-person interpreting for everyday situations, healthcare, legal settings, and more. Their commitment to accessibility ensures clear, respectful communication, empowering Deaf individuals to engage fully in all areas of life.
Connect
Connect provides professional New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) interpreting services, bridging communication between Deaf and hearing communities across Aotearoa. Their experienced interpreters support access to essential services, including healthcare, education, and legal settings. Connect is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality interpretation that respects and empowers all participants.
Stenography New Zealand
Stenography New Zealand offers real-time captioning services, making spoken content accessible for Deaf and disabled communities. With nearly 30 years of experience, their team provides accurate, live captions for events, tribunals, and conferences across New Zealand. Dedicated to accessibility, Stenography New Zealand supports seamless communication, whether for public events or private gatherings, ensuring that all participants can engage fully and independently.
Rāhera Turner and Equal Voices Arts
Rāhera Turner and Equal Voices Arts make the performing arts accessible and inclusive for Deaf communities across Aotearoa. As a Deaf cultural consultant and NZSL creative lead, Rāhera collaborates closely with the company’s artists to bring signed language and Deaf culture to the stage. Her work includes developing bilingual theatre performances, offering Deaf Awareness workshops, and advising organisations on welcoming Deaf audiences. Rāhera also creates NZSL promotional content with captions, ensuring events are inclusive and widely accessible.
Sameena Zehra
Sameena Zehra is an experienced audio describer, making theatre and performances accessible to blind and low-vision audiences. As a performer herself, Sameena brings an insightful, nuanced approach to her descriptions, capturing the essence of each performance while respecting the artistry on stage. With a background in comedy, theatre, and storytelling, she creates lively and engaging audio descriptions, ensuring audiences can fully experience the energy, emotion, and details of each production. Sameena's work fosters inclusivity, allowing all audiences to connect with the arts in a meaningful way.