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Australia’s Disability Strategy has 3 new Target Action Plans. These are designed to do extra work in specific priority areas identified by people with disability. The new Targeted Action Plans for 2025-2027 are: • Community Attitudes • Inclusive Homes and Communities • Safety, Rights and Justice Find about the 3 new Target Action Plans and what was achieved for the previous 5 Action Plans at https://lnkd.in/gK9cmafQ

Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031 has been reviewed and updated based on feedback from people with disability and the wider community. In this video, Jane Spring, Chair of the Australia’s Disability Strategy Advisory Council, talks about the vision for the Strategy. The updated Strategy is accompanied by: • 3 new Targeted Action Plans. • The Third Targeted Action Plans Report. • A revised Data Improvement Plan. • A Guide to Applying ADS. Learn more on the Australia’s Disability Strategy hub on the disability Gateway website. https://lnkd.in/gK9cmafQ Accessible formats of these documents including Easy Read, Auslan and versions in languages other than English are available.

There are 3 weeks left to have your say on the registration of self-directed NDIS participants. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gR23YyGb The NDIS Provider and Worker Registration Taskforce recommended a new registration category for people who self-direct their supports. Your feedback will help inform how these participants are registered.  Consultation is open until Friday 7 February 2025. 

Australia’s first National Autism Strategy was released today. The Strategy aims to break down barriers to inclusion and ensure Autistic people across Australia have access to the opportunities and support they need to thrive. The Strategy was developed with the guidance of the National Autism Strategy Oversight Council following extensive consultation with Autistic people and their families and carers, researchers and experts, and the broader autism and disability sector. To learn more or access the Strategy, visit https://lnkd.in/gzgHQQ5P #Autism #NationalAutismStrategy

International Day of People with Disability is seeking community feedback to help them plan for IDPwD 2025. They want to know how you recognised IDPwD this year, how useful their resources were, and how they can best support your IDPwD activities in 2025. To complete the short survey, visit https://lnkd.in/gpFAUiYg The survey is open until 11:59 pm AEDT on Sunday 2 February. All survey responses are completely anonymous.

Rizwan works in equity and inclusion at the Australian National University, and is completing a PhD. He recently acquired vision loss, and experienced challenges in carrying out his role. Read how innovative solutions and support from JobAccess have helped Rizwan continue to thrive at work at https://lnkd.in/gFjCfhNd. #JobAccess #EmployMyAbility #InclusiveWorkplaces #AccessibleWorkplaces #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceAdjustments #ReasonableAdjustments

Using terms like ‘Click Here’, ‘More’, and ‘Read More’ as hyperlinked text can confuse screen reader users. A well-written link should act as a signpost for your readers. For example, ‘Click here to learn more about disability employment on our website’. For helpful tips on writing accessible links, check Vision Australia’s article at \https://lnkd.in/grpVFXjx #Inclusion #JobAccess #AccessibilityTip #AccessibleLinks

Let's celebrate the unique skills and diverse strengths everyone has to offer. We wish you and your team a safe and happy festive season. We look forward to supporting you and your organisation to continue driving disability employment in 2025. #EmployMyAbility #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityInclusion #JobAccess

Garry holds a global senior role in engineering and technical inspection services. An accident in 2023 injured his spine and affected his mobility. As a wheelchair user, limited accessibility in some countries made travel challenging for Garry. He got in touch with JobAccess for advice and support. Learn how adjustments helped Garry travel with greater ease and independence at https://lnkd.in/gn_3bzEE #JobAccess #EmployMyAbility #InclusiveWorkplaces #AccessibleWorkplaces #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceAdjustments #ReasonableAdjustments

A neuroinclusive workplace works for everyone. Our new guide, ‘How to support a neurodivergent workforce’ has tips to help you hire and support neurodivergent professionals. Download your free e-copy today at https://lnkd.in/gANRQRHd #Neurodivergence #Neurodiersity #NeurodivergentTalent #Autism #EmployMyAbility #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityInclusion #JobAccess #HR #Recruitment #WorkplaceAdjustments #ReasonableAdjustments #AccessibleWorkplaces