The renowned Centre for Universal Design Australia (CUDA) is joining the Melbourne Disability Institute (MDI) in what the institute says is a significant step forward in the fight for accessible […]
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Disability Discrimination Commissioner urges Queensland to scrap segregated schools plan
Australia’s Disability Discrimination Commissioner Rosemary Kayess says the Queensland government must honour its commitment to the development of a National Roadmap for Inclusive Education. The call follows the Queensland government’s recent […]
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Short course in autism for early childhood educators
Autism Awareness Australia (AAA) and the ECEC Professional Learning program have partnered to launch a short online microskill course in supporting autistic children. The course is fee-free and designed for […]
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STEPS names Melissa Doyle as Pathways College Ambassador
STEPS Pathways College has officially named celebrated journalist, television personality, and advocate Melissa Doyle as its Ambassador. In her role, Doyle will raise national awareness of STEPS Pathways College, an educational […]
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Inclusive TAFE initiative in Geelong
Victoria’s Minister for Skills and TAFE has dropped in to The Gordon TAFE’s East Geelong campus to announce funding for inclusive education. Minister Gayle Tierney announced the State government would put […]
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New centre supporting the care economy
Unique centre will focus on health and social care.
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Number of disabled students bullied on the rise
Exclusion and bullying of students with disability is on the rise in Australia, according to a new survey. The survey by Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) reveals 75 […]
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Aspect opens new autism school in Sydney
A new purpose-built, autism-specific primary school in Sydney’s growing north-west promises a tailored learning environment for students on the spectrum. The Aspect Hills Shire School will cater for up to […]
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New course in beach accessibility
A new micro-credential in beach accessibility aims to create safe and inclusive beach experiences for people with disability. CQUniversity’s U-BEACH Introduction to Beach Accessibility micro-credential is the first of its kind, and provides […]
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STEPS launches new programs around Aus
STEPS, a not-for-profit provider of training, employment, and community services, has officially launched its Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program in two new locations. The SEE Program was launched […]
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Giving Deaf students a voice in higher ed
Staff at Charles Sturt University are learning Auslan to provide a more inclusive student experience for the Deaf and hard of hearing community. It’s thanks to a partnership with TAFE […]