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Category: Disability

Monash-led research highlights neglect of children with disability in child protection systems

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Monash-led research highlights neglect of children with disability in child protection systems A Monash University led report into the criminalisation of children with disabilities reveals systemic neglect of these most vulnerable Australians. The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability has just published a commissioned report led by Monash University … Continued

MEDIA CALL SYDNEY – Door Stop Media Opportunity – 9:50am Friday 16 June 2023 – ICC – Ms Liesl Dorothy, Parliamentary Secretary for Disability Inclusion and 7 time Paralympian Opening Largest Disability and NDIS Event for NSW

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Media Call   Door Stop Opening Event: Sydney Disability Connection Expo 2023 ‘ Event By: Developing Australian Communities Open Ceremony – Door Stop 9:50am Level 4, Entrance to Hall 5 International Convention and Exhibition Centre (ICC)   9:50am Mr Night and Mr Clark Welcome  9:55am Geoff Donaghy 10am Ms Liesl Dorothy Open to camera – … Continued

Grant Bridges a Significant Gap in Allied Health services for Regional NSW

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Regional NSW is experiencing a significant shortfall in access to community allied health services. There are long wait times for vital assessments, prescription of equipment, rehabilitation and restorative programs and critical therapy interventions for people with disability, chronic conditions and the aging population in regional and rural areas.   Recent data released by the Australian … Continued

Almost half of Australians are estimated to have one or more chronic health conditions, impacting participation in the Australian workforce

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With the Australian population ageing, chronic disease prevalence is on the rise. Living with chronic conditions can have a substantial impact on an individual’s health, affect their quality of life and can impact their participation in the workforce.2   In 2022, the AIHW reported that chronic conditions are an ongoing cause of considerable burden and disability … Continued

A just voice for generations

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This 2023 National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) People with Disability Australia (PWDA) joins the theme, Be a Voice for Generations, in honour of the efforts of advocates and activists over time who have laboured for justice in Australia. “National reconciliation week is an important time for all Australians to listen, reflect, acknowledge … Continued

Workforce Australia Committee examines failures in key elements of the employment services system

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The Select Committee on Workforce Australia Employment Services will seek evidence from key stakeholders at a public hearing in Canberra on Friday 26 May 2023, continuing its focus on people with disability and First Nations peoples. The Committee will also hear about the assistance available in Workforce Australia for people seeking self-employment, and about key issues with and … Continued