People with cognitive disabilities should be permitted make decisions about their lives, a Royal Commission report has recommended. The report, Diversity, Dignity, Equity and Best Practice: A Framework for Supported […]
Category: Disability Inclusion
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Blind and low vision tennis debuts at the Australian Open
Tennis fans will have the chance to see the sport in a new light on January 24 when the Australian Open celebrates its inaugural All Abilities Day in Melbourne, with […]
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CPActive launches world-first education initiative
Disability advocates launch world-first education campaign.
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How legislation can change workforce barriers in the public service
The Disability Employment Conference was held in Sydney on May 1-2 with the theme ‘Employing Disability Matters’ that focused on employer engagement, working with young people with disability and quality […]
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People with disability missing in the disability employment sector
The Disability Leadership Institute has raised the red flag on the employment gap for people with disability. “It is well past time that the disability sector commits to hiring people […]
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Finalists in the Victorian Sports Awards
The Victorian Sports Awards that recognise and celebrate the achievements of home-grown sporting heroes and legends has announced finalists that include: Col Pearse – Global Wellness Tracking Young Athlete of […]
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ACT developing a Disability Strategy
The ACT Government is developing a Disability Strategy intended to create a more welcoming and accessible community over the next 10 years and improve the lives of the more than […]
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Have your say on improving access in the community
Mission Australia has launched a national survey intended to find ways to improve access and inclusion in the community. The Community Access and Inclusion Survey wants input from people about […]
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Flower Power – the first inclusive Celebrity Show Garden
Disability advocate Dylan Alcott has designed a first-of-its-kind Celebrity Show Garden for the 2022 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. The Tramlines Gardens are accessible, inclusive and attractive with native […]
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Disability advocate receives Senior Achiever Award
Trevor Eddy has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to numerous community groups and advocating for better support for Victorians with a disability. The 71-year-old received a COTA (Council on […]
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Paul Harpur – championing disability inclusion in universities
Paul Harpur wears many hats. Lawyer, company director, former Fulbright Scholar, Paralympian and University of Queensland Law School Associate Professor. He is also blind and passionate about disability inclusion. Harpur […]