How does it feel to represent your country for the first time? The NZ Embassy caught up with some of the young stars of NZ's Deaf Basketball teams - who made history repping NZ in the DIBF - World of Deaf Basketball 3x3 World Cup in Washington DC. Thanks to Liam, Lilly and Jarell and Deaf Sports New Zealand for having us. Basketball New Zealand | New Zealand Embassy - Washington, D.C.

The last one in our NZ Sign Language Week series, get in on the action from the World Wheelchair Rugby Tournament, where the Wheel Blacks battled for a Paralympics spot and inspired students through their strength and resilience. This NZ Sign Language Week, we're sharing some of our most popular videos in sign language. #NZSLWeek24 Deaf Aotearoa Deaf Sports New Zealand Dsport | Sport New Zealand

Next in our NZSL Week series, hear from disabled young people about how small changes can help them be active and make a big difference to their lives. This NZ Sign Language Week, we're sharing some of our most popular videos in sign language. Deaf Aotearoa Halberg Foundation Education Outdoors New Zealand Special Olympics New Zealand #NZSLWeek24 | Sport New Zealand

We’re excited to share that our Disability Plan Progress Report is now available in 5 alternate formats: New Zealand Sign Language, Braille, Easy Read, audio and large print. With International Day of Disabled Persons this week, it’s a great time to reflect on the importance of accessibility. Ensuring that information is accessible allows everyone to engage with information related to play, active recreation, and sport. Explore the alternate formats of the Disability Plan Report: https://sportnz