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Seven steps to self-direction


A workbook focused on achieving successful self-directed support arrangements by fostering a right relationship between people with disability, their families, friends and paid support workers. The guide is structured around seven strategic steps intended to build trust, solve problems and increase the resilience of the person being supported.
Guide

The whole journey: a guide for thinking beyond compliance to create accessible public transport journeys


This guide seeks to encourage policy makers, planners, designers, and operators to think beyond compliance and the physical and governance boundaries of services and infrastructure, and focus instead on people's accessibility needs across the whole of their public transport journey.
Article

Capacity building of employers is needed to grow disability employment


Australia’s disability employment landscape is transforming. The National Disablity Insurance Scheme continues to be rolled out across Australia, with the expectation of direct employment growth. Changes to government programs for people with disability are also underway.
Guide

Developing community connections


In this guide learn six strategies that enable people with disability to be active and contributing members of their communities. The workbook emphasises that human connection is essential for well-being, safety and a fulfilling life. People with disability often face social isolation and this guide provides steps to foster genuine community inclusion not through segregated...
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Clarity of vision: a compass for the journey


In this video presentation from Wendy Stroeve, a parent and passionate advocate for inclusion, shares how developing a clear vision for her son with disability became a powerful tool for pursuing a life of purpose, contribution and connection.