The first adaptive clinical trial for Australians with progressive MS designed to reverse neurological damage will be launched in 2024. The trial will allow researchers to investigate the potential benefits of several medications simultaneously giving hope to the cohort of people living with one of the most debilitating forms of MS who have limited treatment options.
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It’s countdown to IDPwD event updates
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) has developed a range of resources to help schools, community groups and organisations plan their IDPwD event or activity.
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Ticketek launches accessible booking platform
Ticketek has rolled out an online accessible ticket booking platform, making it easier for people with disability, companions, family and friends to purchase tickets online.
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First Indigenous Disability Research Symposium calls for collaboration
Indigenous scholars from Australia, the US, Canada and Sweden shared their ideas at the inaugural International Indigenous Disability Research Symposium, held at the University of Sydney.
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Pioneering spinal cord research seeking participants
A landmark international trial, aimed at improving the lives of individuals living with paraplegia, has put a callout for participants.
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Focus on Film Festival pulls a crowd
The Focus on Ability Short Film Festival Awards held at The Concourse in Chatswood, Sydney, was a resounding success, drawing a crowd of over 500 attendees. Speaking at the event, […]
Posted inEducation
World-first teaching tool for students with disability
A new teaching resource developed to improve literacy and numeracy lessons for students with disability and complex needs has won a NSW Premier’s Award. The innovative Assessment for Complex Learners […]
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Major companies support new disability employment initiative
The Australian Network on Disability has partnered with the Business Council of Australia (BCA) and the Department of Social Services with a disability employment program for people with disability. The […]
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Students inspire at inaugural Wearable Art Gala
TAFE NSW design students will exhibit their innovative wearable art pieces at Sydney’s Enmore Theatre, as part of the first-ever Sydney Wearable Art Gala. Venessa Crane is one of many […]
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Braille Book Giveaway
Looking for a nice Christmas gift? Vision Australia has three of the latest braille books to give away…Dressed for Success by Nikki Hind, the blind chef Craig Shanahan’s Cooking up […]
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The best things happen in three’s
ATSA’s Independent Living Expo in Canberra last week was its third major expo of the year, the third time it has taken place in Canberra and introduced a third seminar […]
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Public spaces should be accessible to all, says expert
The requirements of older people need to be given more attention when creating accessible environments, an expert has told Community Care Review. “You need to take into consideration the needs of […]