Mrs Sarah Haydon, of Warkworth, ONZM for services to people with disabilities
Sarah Haydon developed, implemented and trained a comprehensive Health and Safety Management System for New Zealand Riding for the Disabled (NZRDA), and developed the Annual Operational Certificate and independent review process to demonstrate ongoing compliance. She began as a side walker and horse leader with Riding for Disabled (RDA) Auckland Central and served on the committee as a treasurer and secretary. She is a long-standing member of the National NZRDA Standards, Certification and Learning team. She created overarching frameworks supported by policies, substantial training material and guidance, also supporting many RDA Groups with governance and strategic planning advice. Mrs Haydon served as a Board member and Chair of NZRDA, transforming the not-for-profit organisation to more effectively support the 49 groups nationwide, and more than 3,000 volunteers and staff.