Disability provider Northcott has released free online training and educational resources targeting early intervention to address the early signs of sexual violence towards people with a disability. The Love Rights […]
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New video campaign promotes NDIS Code of Conduct
New educational videos from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission aim to help NDIS providers better understand their obligations under the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Code of Conduct upholds the rights of NDIS participants to access safe […]
Posted inTravel
Aspect welcomes noise-cancelling headphone initiative
The Federal government will allow autistic travellers to wear noise-cancelling headphones through airport security screening, in a move that’s been welcomed by Aspect. Autism inclusion experts from Aspect say the […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
Stronger supports needed for refugees with disability: research
Social isolation and a lack of digital inclusion are barriers to a smoother settlement for refugees with disability, according to new research by Settlement Services International (SSI). The latest phase […]
Posted inDisability Royal Commisssion
‘A vital piece’: AHRC on the Disability Discrimination Act review
The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) says simplifying and modernising Australia’s Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) will better protect the rights of people with disability. The Australian Government has announced a […]
Posted inDigital Services
Inquiry into disability support services
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has launched an inquiry into compliance with workplace laws in the disability support services sector. Why is the FWO doing this? The FWO says between […]
Posted inNDIA
Calls for accountability after NDIA appears to target person with disability
A group of Disability Representative Organisations (DROs) have written to the Acting CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency to demand accountability, after news reports that the agency removed a […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
Queensland’s first public We-Go-Swing opens
The City of Moreton Bay is now home to Queensland’s first public We-Go-Swing. The We-Go-Swing is an inclusive, wheelchair accessible swing for people to enjoy side-by-side with other users, for […]
Posted inTraining
Psychotropic medication training for support workers
The University of Canberra has been awarded $1.87 million to develop a national training program for disability support workers in the use of psychotropic medications for people with intellectual and […]
Posted inArts
Creating Out Loud enhances accessibility for artists
A new Easy Read guide is helping artists with low literacy or intellectual disability to develop their leadership skills. Created by University of Queensland researchers with Down syndrome, the Creating […]
Posted inMobility
Wishes for Wheels a lifechanging wheelchair giveaway
APEX Mobility and North American wheelchair manufacturer Motion Composites are launching Wishes for Wheels in Australia. Wishes for Wheels is a transformative program that aims to give freedom, dignity, and […]
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My Eyes – a film for all
Inspired by true events and led by actor/writer/producer Tsu Shan Chambers, new Australian film My Eyes spotlights the journey of a mother determined to save her daughter’s eyesight—and the broader […]