Alone we get so far - but together we get so much further!
Kylee Black is a social entrepreneur who is committed to cultivating community and enabling the best in others.
About Kylee
Kylee is an advocate in the disability sector, and a speaker at events across New Zealand. Kylee lives with a complex disability and health challenges. Thriving off being connected in community, this drives everything she does. She loves working with others and supporting social movements and this involvement and helping others helps her stay positive when things aren’t so easy in her own body.
Kylee Black is driven by the belief that meaningful change happens when we focus on ‘What’s in our hands, and what can we do with what’s in our hands?‘ Through her work, she encourages individuals and communities to harness their strengths, take practical action, and build inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
Projects and Initiatives
Kylee has led multiple impactful projects and initiatives, all centered on building stronger, more inclusive communities by focusing on what people can achieve when they work together.
Kylee & Co is a community-led platform designed by disabled people for everyone. It focuses on sourcing and creating products that break down barriers and meet the real needs of the community. If one person is looking for a solution, Kylee believes others likely are too. That’s why Kylee & Co finds or creates solutions that benefit the whole community, from everyday accessibility tools to innovative products that empower independence.
Kylee collaborates closely with Clipboard Ltd, a business that shares her values of inclusion and empowerment. Clipboard Ltd is involved in improving accessibility and opportunities in various sectors. Together with her partner Mike, Kylee uses this platform to further their mission of creating a more inclusive, community-driven future.
Kylee spearheaded New Zealand’s first fully disabled-led conference, the Stronger Together Conference. This event was designed to break down financial and social barriers by offering free attendance and making the experience accessible for all. It featured sensory rooms, flexible seating options (from couches and bean bags to camp chairs and floor space), fidgets on lanyards, sign language interpreters, art spaces for neurodiverse attendees, and a variety of food options to cater to all needs. The conference embodied Kylee’s core belief that “we are stronger together.”
Kylee leads this group to support and empower disabled entrepreneurs. It’s about creating a network where like-minded business owners can collaborate, learn from each other, and share resources. Kylee’s leadership helps these entrepreneurs leverage their strengths and grow their businesses in ways that are meaningful and sustainable.
This initiative, led by Kylee, focuses on connecting disabled individuals with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. It’s about creating networks of support that enable people to live full, independent lives. Kylee’s commitment to this project stems from her belief that strong communities are built by connecting people and fostering mutual support.
Kylee founded and led the movement of The Soul Lounge at Festival One. This space was designed to be inclusive and accessible, providing a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees to connect meaningfully. The Soul Lounge embodies Kylee’s dedication to creating environments that foster community, reflection, and support for everyone.
Kylee has been an active part of the Enabling Good Lives initiative in the Waikato, which focuses on transforming how disability support is delivered. Through her involvement, she has contributed to creating systems that give disabled people more control over their lives, empowering them to live with greater independence and dignity.
Kylee's Values
Empower: Provide knowledge and understanding
Encourage: Foster self-belief and community support
Educate: Share new ideas and insights
Equip: Offer resources and support
Workshops and Events
Kylee’s workshops are hands-on and practical, designed to equip individuals with the tools and strategies they need to create real, lasting change. Her focus is on empowering individuals and organizations to take action, one small step at a time.
Popular Workshops:
- Creating Inclusive Spaces: This workshop helps participants develop the skills to create environments where everyone can participate fully. Kylee shares practical steps and tools to make inclusion the foundation of any space.
- Small Steps, Big Changes: Kylee shows how starting with small, meaningful actions can lead to major shifts in communities and organizations. Participants learn how to identify these steps and how to stay consistent in their efforts.
- Leveraging Strengths to Build Communities: In this session, participants explore how to use the strengths of individuals and communities to drive positive change. It’s about recognizing what people already bring to the table and using that to build something greater.
Contact Kylee
Ready to connect? Whether you’re interested in booking Kylee for a speaking engagement, learning more about her work, or collaborating on a project, Kylee would love to chat with you.
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Kylee Black is a social entrepreneur who is committed to cultivating community and enabling the best in others.
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