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Home > About the Association of Blind Citizens of New Zealand Inc (ABC NZ)
The Association of Blind Citizens of New Zealand (ABC NZ) is New Zealand's
ABC NZ's Philosophy and RoleOur philosophy: "blind people speaking for ourselves". Our role: to advocate on behalf of our members and blind and vision impaired New Zealanders in general to:
ABC NZ StructureThe ABC NZ is governed by a Board which comprises:
Board Members are elected by financial Ordiary Members via ballot. The election of National President, and four Member at Large positions occurs in odd-numbered years whereas the election of World Blind Union Representative and three Member at Large positions occurs in even-numbered years. The position of Vice President is not an elected position - it is appointed annually by the Board from amongst elected Board Members. As soon as practicable following the conclusion of Conference the Board meets to appoint the Vice President. Outcomes of the this year's election will be publicised at Conference 2011 and updated on this page shortly following. The Board is tasked with interpreting and implementing Association policy, and developing its strategic direction . Policies are established by resolution of the Association's annual national Conference. ABC NZ National Office and BranchesThe ABC NZ has:
Categories of Membership
For membership details or an application form, go to Join ABC NZ.
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