Barriers to participation in leisure activities for disabled people in New Zealand
2023, % of disabled people aged 5+ who experienced barriers
| Category | % of disabled people aged 5+ who experienced barriers |
|---|---|
| Their disability, condition, or health problem | 70% |
| Lack of support people to help with needs | 8% |
| Venues or facilities not accessible | 4% |
| Negative attitudes towards people with disabilities, conditions, or health problems | 3% |
| Anxiety (eg, worried about skill level, not at ease in social situations) | 21% |
| Lack of opportunities nearby | 6% |
| Cost | 23% |
| Problems with transport | 8% |
| Lack of time, too busy with other commitments | 14% |
| Other | 9% |