This article highlights the external barriers that may impact the language learning of people who need or use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) including barriers related to AAC tools. It identifies opportunities and priorities for future research and technology development to reduce these barriers and better support language learning.

A report from an inquiry into proposals to increase voter engagement, participation and confidence in New South Wales. It presents three findings and provides 22 recommendations. The recommendations cover a variety of matters ranging from civics education, voting information, technology-assisted voting and electoral funding laws.

This paper looks at the societal barriers that limit people who use or need augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools. Examples of ACC tools are gestures, body language, manual signs, communication boards with graphic symbols and mobile technologies. The conclusion of the paper calls for a fundamental shift in AAC research, technology and training.

The autistic-led project explores how autistic adults employ a range of objects, services and creatures to support their wellbeing. The study’s findings offer insights into the everyday and creative ways that autistic people understand, (re)imagine and engage with non-human support activities, practices and things.

This report describes 24 innovative solutions with international scaling potential that improve the daily lives and legal rights of people with disabilities. It identifies eight strategies that support effective scaling, covering establishing a strong home country presence; effective licensing of products and services; using the resources of educational and arts institutions; and partnerships built on...