Submit an event
Hosting an event online or in person that celebrates, champions, promotes NZSL? Share it with Deaf community using the form below
Make sure your event is accessible.
All events listed on the NZSL Hub must be accessible, for example, an NZSL interpreter, Deaf presenter, or NZSL video content. If your event is not accessible, please make plans to add NZSL access before submitting. The NZSL Hub is a Deaf-led space created to promote NZSL and Deaf inclusion.
Headline
The event name that will appear on the NZSL Hub montage. Keep it short and clear, e.g. NZSL Week Celebration – Wellington.
Event date and time
Choose the start date and time. If your event runs for several days, add the main start time here and explain the rest in the description.
Length (minutes)
Enter how long the event runs. Example: 1 hour.
Event URL
Add a public link to your event, e.g. YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook post, or website. The NZSL Hub won’t host videos; visitors will go to your link for full details.
Location
Choose the main region (North, Central, or South) and the sub-region that fits best. If online, select “Online” or mention it in your description.
Event fee
Select Free, Koha (donation), or Paid. If paid, add ticket info in your description
Event image
Upload a clear, standard-sized image (JPG or PNG). [Size to be confirmed]. Avoid text-heavy posters. Use simple graphics and photos instead.
Event description
Short summary (max 30–50 words). Focus on what’s happening, where, and who it’s for. Example: Picnic for NZSL Week in Wellington – everyone welcome!
Agreement checkbox
By submitting, you agree your event can be published publicly on the NZSL Hub to promote NZSL. See our [privacy policy] for details.
Event Upload FAQ
Headline - What should I write here?
This is the name of your event. It’s what people will see on the events montage and search results.
Tips:
- Keep it short and clear (under 60 characters if possible).
- Use proper names, e.g. ‘NZSL Week Celebration – Wellington’ rather than ‘Come join us!’
Event date and time - What do I enter here?
Select the date and start time of your event. If your event runs for several days, choose the start date and note the full schedule in the description.
Tip:
- Use the 12-hour format not the (e.g. 2:00pm instead of 14:00)
Length (minutes) - What does this mean?
Enter how long your event will run. Examples:
- 1 hour
- 1.5 hours
- 3 hours
If your event runs over multiple sessions or days, enter the length of the main session and mention other times in your description.
Event URL - What link should I use?
dd the link where people can find or watch your event. You can include:
- A YouTube or Vimeo link (for an NZSL video)
- A Facebook or Instagram post
- A website with full event details or registration
Important:
- We don’t host events or videos on the NZSL Hub. The Hub only shows your event image, title, and description, then linksout to your chosen platform.
- Make sure your link is public so people can access it without logging in.
Location - How do I select the location?
Choose your main region first – North, Central, or South – then pick the sub-region that best fits.
Example:
- North > Auckland
- Central > Wellington
- South > Christchurch
If your event is online, select “Online” (if available) or mention it clearly in your description.
Full list of sub-regions: Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, Nelson , Manawatu-Wanganui, Wellington, Tasman, Canterbury, Otago, West Coast ,Southland, Gisborne, Marlborough. (following 16 administrative regions for local councils)
Event fee - What should I select?
Choose one of the following:
- Free – no charge to attend.
- Koha – voluntary donation.
- Paid – ticket or entry fee required.
If the event is paid, include pricing details or a link to buy tickets in your description or event URL.
Event image - What kind of image do I need?
Upload a clear, high-quality image that represents your event.
Guidelines:
- Use a standard rectangular image [exact size TBC].
- Avoid text-heavy posters; they can look messy on the montage.
- Recommended: use your logo, photo, or clean graphic with minimal text.
- File format: JPG or PNG.
We’ll standardise image sizes automatically for display. [check with web developer]
Event description - What should I include?
Write a short summary (maximum 240 characters) that tells people what your event is about.
Example: “Join our NZSL Week picnic in Wellington – a fun afternoon for the Deaf community, families, and friends. Everyone welcome!”
Tips:
- Focus on what, where, when, and why.
- Avoid repeating the headline or adding links (put links in the URL field).
