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On Sunday December 3, the WHO marks International Day of Persons with a Disability. This year’s theme is achieving sustainable development goals for health and well-being for, with, and by persons with disabilities. In Australia, 4.4 million people identify as having a disability. A La Trobe University expert is available to discuss the health … Continued
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The internet is a haven of creativity and connection for young people with disability, even though they’re almost twice as likely to experience weekly online abuse. Findings released by the eSafety Commissioner reveal young people with disability are using the internet in greater than average numbers to meet people, share hobbies, and ask questions they … Continued
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Disability Action Week, running from November 25 to December 2, 2023, is a dedicated time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Queenslanders with disabilities to our families, communities, workplaces, and economy. This year’s theme, ‘Access ignites: it’s good business,’ underscores the crucial need to enhance the employment and economic participation of people with disabilities. The … Continued
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World latest haptic vest technology and the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group (DIDG) will bring music to the Deaf Festival hosted by Expression Australia. Haptic vibration vests were named in Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2023, Deaf indigenous dancers use clap sticks and the didgeridoo to do the same in a different … Continued
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World latest haptic vest technology and the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group (DIDG) will bring music to the Deaf Festival hosted by Expression Australia. Haptic vibration vests were named in Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2023, Deaf indigenous dancers use clap sticks and the didgeridoo to do the same in a different … Continued
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Sydney, Australia, 23rd November, 2023: Special Olympics Australia is creating a space for inclusive football in partnership with A-league football team, the Western Sydney Wanderers. The All Abilities Gala day will invite young people from across the state with intellectual disability or autism to take part in a full-day of football practice as part … Continued
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A new report from People with Disability Australia (PWDA) has revealed the significant barriers women and children with disability face when accessing domestic and family violence services. The report, produced as part of the national peak body’s Building Access Project, outlines the roadmap forward to ensure these essential services are safe, inclusive and accessible to … Continued
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The Committee will be holding a public hearing tomorrow for an inquiry into the National Redress Scheme. Legal practitioners, support services and advocates are among witnesses scheduled to give evidence. The public hearing will commence at 9:30am AEDT (Canberra time). The program is available on the Committee’s website. The inquiry is looking into a range of areas, … Continued
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New Disability Sector Awards to offer cash boost to Advocates in NSW, QLD & VIC Three new Disability Sector Awards with a prize of $2000 each were today unveiled as part of the National Disability Leadership Organisation’s (NDLO) push to recognise the work of advocates in the disability sector. The awards, for … Continued
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Available for Comment Radio – Live, Pr-recorded and Talk-back TV Print Mr River Night Leading National Disability Sector Advocate Co-founder at Developing Australian Communities Public Officer at the National Disability Leadership Organisation Mr Night is physically located in Brisbane this week Mr Night is a National Disability Sector Advocate and outspoken supporter for … Continued
