About Manawatu Deaf Society

From our MDS Constitution - 3. PURPOSE, OBJECTIVES AND VISION

To provide clubroom facilities and a Community Centre where all modes of communication are welcomed and embraced.

To promote and strengthen NZSL (New Zealand Sign Language) as a language of its own, with the culture and well-being of Deaf people paramount.

To focus on the social, recreational, educational needs and sporting activities of all members.

To encourage other charitable activities for our member groups, and families, with events, fundraising support and the sharing of technology and other resources.

To do anything necessary or helpful to achieve the above purposes, objectives and vision.