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our people to ensure they are seen, heard, and live awesome lives, while our mission is to enable people with Cerebral Palsy to maximise their potential. The principles that guide the decisions and behaviour of the Cerebral Palsy Society Board and staff are: • Bold – We are bold and brave, and we are known as innovators in our sector. • Relevant – We offer services that are wanted and needed by our members. • Inclusive – We value the diverse community we are part of and work with integrity alongside all people – supportive of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicities, and cultures. • Transparent –We are open and accountable both to our members and external stakeholders. • Respectful –We are respectful in all our interactions. • Empower – We work to build connection, a sense of belonging, and to enable freedom of choice and participation in society. We welcome involvement and feedback from our members and are always looking at ways we can improve the services we provide. If you would like to know more about the Society and how we can help, please get in touch. OUR TEAM The Cerebral Palsy Society staff The Cerebral Palsy Society Board Clare Williams GENERAL MANAGER clare@cpsociety.org.nz Kavita Topiwala ACCOUNTS ADMINISTRATOR accounts@cpsociety.org.nz Matthew Slade MEMBER SUPPORT AND PROGRAMME COORDINATOR – CANTERBURY REGION matt@cpsociety.org.nz Melanie Louden COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER melanie@cpsociety.org.nz Amy Hogan RESEARCHER AND MEMBER SUPPORT ADVISOR amy@cpsociety.org.nz Michael Northcott MEMBER SUPPORT AND PROGRAMME COORDINATOR – ADULTS michael@cpsociety.org.nz Kristina Arthur OFFICE MANAGER kristina@cpsociety.org.nz TBC MEMBER SUPPORT AND PROGRAMME COORDINATOR – YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Sara Sheehan MEMBER SUPPORT AND PROGRAMME COORDINATOR – CHILDREN sara@cpsociety.org.nz About us The Cerebral Palsy Society is a member-based organisation that aims to enhance the lives of people with Cerebral Palsy in New Zealand by providing programmes, support and advice. Our members are at the heart of everything we do and we are proud to support people at all ages and stages. We run a variety of programmes and services for our members – from funding to subsidised taxi travel, physical activities and more, to grants, member events and support networks. Our vision is to empower people living with Cerebral Palsy, our purpose is to collaborate with Meg Smith – Co-Chair/President Renata Kotua – Co-Chair/President Merryn Straker – Board Treasurer Emma Lovett – Board Member Daniel Clay – Board Member Pippa Huddleston – Board Member Reuben Woods – Board Member George Hewitt – Board Member Kat Thomas – Board Member You can contact the board by emailing board@cpsociety.org.nz