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Disability statistics

WebThere are 4.4 million Australians with disability, representing 17.7% of the population, slightly less than the 2015 figure of 18.3%. [ 1] 17.8% of females and 17.6% of males in …

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Talking about mental health in the workplace, tips on creating

WebPwC Australia gives workers the Green Light to Talk about mental health. Image: PwC’s Green Light To Talk Advocates. In 2018, PwC Australia (PwC) launched their “Green …

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What is disability

WebThe DDA legislation that protects Australians against discrimination based on disability provides a broad definition of disability including these eight types: Physical disability: …

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Major Reform in Disability Employment is anticipated Plus how …

WebDisability employment reform. Department of Social Services (DSS) is currently reviewing the Disability Employment Services (DES) program, known as the DES reform.

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DESIGN FOR DIGNITY GUIDELINES

Web02 The outcome of creating the ‘best places’ means “all people feel equally welcomed, their basic needs are met so that each can work and live with dignity and respect…”1 …

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Research identifies successful leadership models that remove …

WebAustralian Disability Network board director Donna Purcell recently analysed twenty-two of the world’s largest companies as part of her Churchill Fellowship research into …

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Quick guide to Employee Resource Groups, find out how attitudes …

WebCurious about Employee Resource Groups (ERG)s? Here’s our quick guide. Last month, Australian Disability Network (AND) held two sessions on Employee Resource Groups …

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Leading disability inclusion into 2022

WebMentors from Australian businesses have experienced a 42% increase in disability confidence from similar programs. Directors wishing to join the mentoring …

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Embracing the Quiet Zone Plus IAG’s inclusion journey and AGL’s …

WebEmbracing the Quiet Zone Plus IAG’s inclusion journey and AGL’s passion for thriving employees.

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Scholarship program helps leaders with disability gain board

WebFor the third year, Australian Disability Network, and the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD), are offering the Directing Change Scholarship program designed to …

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The economic benefits of increasing employment for people …

Web3.1 Labour market scenarios. There are two scenarios explored in this report: The participation rate for people with disability increases by 10 percentage points to 64%. …

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Workplace adjustments: Key to an accessible and inclusive …

WebMaking all recruitment materials available in accessible or alternative formats. Removing medical tests or aptitude tests that are unrelated to essential job requirements. Providing …

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Your questions answered

WebAnswered by Michael Patterson, NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ). ‘The distinction between a champion and an ally, is a champion is at the executive level …

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Celebrating International Day of People with Disability 2021

WebCelebrating International Day of People with Disability 2021. International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD), held on 3 December annually, celebrates and raises awareness of people with disability and equitable opportunities in all aspects of life.

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