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The Coalition for Disability Rights brings together people with a disability, families, carers, advocacy bodies and disability support provider organisations to work together to ensure that people with a disability and their families have the right to be fully participating citizens of Australia.
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Liberal Victoria, Media Release, 20 July 2010
Victorian families wanting to access disability support are still waiting, highlighting an uncaring Brumby Government that cannot be trusted to provide these vital services, Shadow Minister for Community Services Mary Wooldridge said.
Government figures show that as at December 2009, there were 2,718 people on the Disability Support Register (DSR). This represents a 7 per cent increase compared with the same time the previous year.
Victorian families wanting to access disability support are still waiting, highlighting an uncaring Brumby Government that cannot be trusted to provide these vital services, Shadow Minister for Community Services Mary Wooldridge said.
Government figures show that as at December 2009, there were 2,718 people on the Disability Support Register (DSR). This represents a 7 per cent increase compared with the same time the previous year.
Australian Electoral Commision website
The AEC will be making essential election information available in a variety of formats.
Your Official Guide to the 2010 Federal Election is a booklet with information on where and how to vote. It will be available in Braille, large print version, e-text, large print PDF and audio versions.
Lists of candidates for the House of Representatives in each electorate, and the Senate in each state or territory, will be available in e-text and large print from the website, with other formats available on request.
For more information call 13 23 26 or visit the AEC website.
Your Official Guide to the 2010 Federal Election is a booklet with information on where and how to vote. It will be available in Braille, large print version, e-text, large print PDF and audio versions.
Lists of candidates for the House of Representatives in each electorate, and the Senate in each state or territory, will be available in e-text and large print from the website, with other formats available on request.
For more information call 13 23 26 or visit the AEC website.
Australian Electoral Commision website
Telephone voting will be available in 125 locations across Australia to enable electors who are blind or have low vision to cast a secret vote. It will be available in the two and a half weeks leading up to election day, and on election day.
For more information call 13 23 26 or visit the AEC website.
For more information call 13 23 26 or visit the AEC website.
http://www.vcoss.org.au/what-we-do/election/platform.htm
VCOSS’s platform lists 20 key challenges for the 2010 State election. They include:
•Deliver an additional 29,000 affordable housing properties by 2014;
•Arrest alarming growth rates of chronic disease, particularly in disadvantaged areas, and terrible gaps in mental health services across Victoria;
•Get the right support at the right time, for as long as necessary, for children and families – including on Melbourne’s urban fringe and in rural and regional areas;
•Massively expand the bus network in outer suburbs and regional Victoria, including opening up the rural school bus routes to others; and
•Fully fund the pay equity outcomes for all community services in Victoria to ensure high quality services for all Victorians.
Click here to go to Companion Card website
Companion Card promotes the right of people with a disability, who require a companion, to fair ticketing at Victorian events and venues
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Published by Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO), August 2007.
This is a guide to planning inclusive events. It contains checklists for event organisors,venues, presenters, volunteers and course materials.
This is a guide to planning inclusive events. It contains checklists for event organisors,venues, presenters, volunteers and course materials.
www.dhs.vic.gov.au/disability/improving_supports/national-quality-framework/victoria/national-standards-victorian-consultation
The National Standards for Disability Services (National Standards) provide the minimum benchmark for disability services in Australia.
The time has come for the National Standards to be reviewed. This is to ensure they are of a high quality and are continually improving.
Both individuals and organisations are encouraged to have their say on The National Standards. You may complete a written submission, attend a focus group, complete a phone or face-to-face interview or complete an online survey.
If you have any questions or need assistance you are welcome to contact Edwina via phone 9096 8626 or email edwina.breitzke@dhs.vic.gov.au
The time has come for the National Standards to be reviewed. This is to ensure they are of a high quality and are continually improving.
Both individuals and organisations are encouraged to have their say on The National Standards. You may complete a written submission, attend a focus group, complete a phone or face-to-face interview or complete an online survey.
If you have any questions or need assistance you are welcome to contact Edwina via phone 9096 8626 or email edwina.breitzke@dhs.vic.gov.au
http://www.fahcsia.gov.au/sa/disability/funding/disabilityconference/
Applications Now Open For Disability Conference Funding
People with disability, their families and carers will be encouraged to attend a wide variety of conferences with organisers receiving a share of $320,000 under the National Disability Conference Funding Program for 2010/11 to improve access for people with disability.
Bill Shorten, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children’s Services, said the program would give organisers a maximum of $10,000 for a national conference or $20,000 for an international event held in Australia.
The funding can be used to provide hearing loops, Auslan interpreters and materials in Braille or large print publications. It can also contribute to the cost of conference fees, accommodation and travel for people attending events.
Applications close May 6th 2010.
People with disability, their families and carers will be encouraged to attend a wide variety of conferences with organisers receiving a share of $320,000 under the National Disability Conference Funding Program for 2010/11 to improve access for people with disability.
Bill Shorten, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children’s Services, said the program would give organisers a maximum of $10,000 for a national conference or $20,000 for an international event held in Australia.
The funding can be used to provide hearing loops, Auslan interpreters and materials in Braille or large print publications. It can also contribute to the cost of conference fees, accommodation and travel for people attending events.
Applications close May 6th 2010.
http://www.unifem.org.au/Content%20Pages/About%20UNIFEM/unifem-australia
You are invited to join other women with disabilities to learn about gender and gender analysis and discuss women’s and disability related issues that impact on our lives.
To download a copy of the registration form for the UNIFEM Australia workshops, to be held in Melbourne on 21st and 22nd June 2010 complete the attached registration form.
Registration is free and will include a light morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
For more information or to discuss your participation contact UNIFEM Australia via phone 02 6285 8254.
Closing date for registrations is Friday 21st May 2010.
http://www.daru.org.au/links/list.chtml?folder=Employment%20Opportunities%20and%20Position%20Descriptions&%20Equipment
• Ongoing full-time employment based in Melbourne CBD
• Package up to $77,522 (includes super, leave loading)
• Generous additional tax benefits available
• 5+ weeks annual leave
• Package up to $77,522 (includes super, leave loading)
• Generous additional tax benefits available
• 5+ weeks annual leave
http://www.daru.org.au/links/list.chtml?folder=Women's%20Resources&%20Equipment
Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association (MDAA in N.S.W.) has launched the ‘Violence Through Our Eyes: Improving Access to Services for Women from non-English Speaking Background with Disability Experiencing Violence Project Report’.
The report details the experiences and barriers faced by women from NESB with disability when accessing services after experiencing violence. The report also details suggested strategies to enhance service provision
The report is available in hard copy, Braille, audio and electronic. Please contact MDAA on (02) 9891 6400 or adama.kamara@mdaa.org.au if you would like a copy of the report.
The report details the experiences and barriers faced by women from NESB with disability when accessing services after experiencing violence. The report also details suggested strategies to enhance service provision
The report is available in hard copy, Braille, audio and electronic. Please contact MDAA on (02) 9891 6400 or adama.kamara@mdaa.org.au if you would like a copy of the report.
Women's Resources
It has been identified that women with disabilities are not having regular Pap Test screening.
The Well Women’s Clinic at the Women’s Hospital is attempting to address this situation and promote our services to women with disabilities.
They offer Free Pap tests and smaller sized speculums are available &
• Breast awareness education
• Screening for sexually transmitted infections
• Referral to other hospital services as needed
• Access to bigger rooms and a hoist for women with physical disabilities
• Double appointments as required (please ask for it if needed)
• Interpreters
• Free Childcare, to book call on 8345 2098
Our new hospital is serviced by a super tram stop and we have wheel chair access.
The best access is from the lower ground, 20 Flemington Rd, Parkville.
Enquiries: Pip Brennan or Sue Giffney 8345 3128
Bookings: Maria 03 8345 3037
The Well Women’s Clinic at the Women’s Hospital is attempting to address this situation and promote our services to women with disabilities.
They offer Free Pap tests and smaller sized speculums are available &
• Breast awareness education
• Screening for sexually transmitted infections
• Referral to other hospital services as needed
• Access to bigger rooms and a hoist for women with physical disabilities
• Double appointments as required (please ask for it if needed)
• Interpreters
• Free Childcare, to book call on 8345 2098
Our new hospital is serviced by a super tram stop and we have wheel chair access.
The best access is from the lower ground, 20 Flemington Rd, Parkville.
Enquiries: Pip Brennan or Sue Giffney 8345 3128
Bookings: Maria 03 8345 3037
Position Descriptions & Employment Opportunities
Seeking an experienced Community Development Worker for the Interchange respite and recreation team based at the Bendigo office.
The successful applicant will need to be highly organized, self motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people and community groups.
Applications close by close of business 14th April 2010.
The successful applicant will need to be highly organized, self motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people and community groups.
Applications close by close of business 14th April 2010.
Position Descriptions & Employment Opportunities
An experienced senior level community sector worker sought to join the Interchange respite and recreation team based at the Bendigo office.
For more information and a copy of the position description phone (03) 5441 1599.
Applications should be sent to The Chief Executive Officer, Interchange Loddon-Mallee Region Inc.PO Box 685 Bendigo 3552
Applications end close of business Friday 9 April 2010
For more information and a copy of the position description phone (03) 5441 1599.
Applications should be sent to The Chief Executive Officer, Interchange Loddon-Mallee Region Inc.PO Box 685 Bendigo 3552
Applications end close of business Friday 9 April 2010
http://www.field.org.au
field are trying to set up an information page on their website around people with disabilities experiences and stories (good or bad) of setting up their own self directed approaches, whether they, be self directed planning or funding or self-directed employment.
What they want to do is to show people what is really happening with self directed approaches. They also hope to encourage more people to try it.
field are keen to get people’s stories and are willing to go and meet people and record their stories either by taking notes or videoing them as they tell their stories.
If you are interested in participating, or might know any people from trials of self-directed approaches who might be interested in telling their experiences, please contact Maree Ireland via email maree.ireland@field.org.au
http://www.justice.vic.gov.au/
When - Wednesday 31st March 2010, 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Where - Multicultural Hub 506 Elizabeth Street Melbourne 3000
Register - To RSVP by Friday 26th March 2010, contact Marnye via phone 9651 40872 or email criminal.law@justice.vic.gov.au. If you need support to attend the forum contact Anna Tucker via phone 03 8684 0812.
http://www.officefordisability.vic.gov.au/disability_advisory_council.htm
The Victorian Disability Advisory Council (the Council) provides advice to the Minister for Community Services, Lisa Neville on government policies. It also provides advice on strategies to increase the participation of people with a disability in our community.
The Minister is calling for nominations for members of the Council.
Nominees must be:
• Victorian residents with a disability or carers
• able to consult effectively with people with a disability
Nominations are encouraged from people with a disability, including:
• young people and women
• people in rural and regional areas
• people from culturally diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities
• people with a diversity of disabilities including people with an acquired brain injury, people with an intellectual disability and mental health consumers.
Nominations close 4pm on Monday 26 April 2010.
The Minister is calling for nominations for members of the Council.
Nominees must be:
• Victorian residents with a disability or carers
• able to consult effectively with people with a disability
Nominations are encouraged from people with a disability, including:
• young people and women
• people in rural and regional areas
• people from culturally diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities
• people with a diversity of disabilities including people with an acquired brain injury, people with an intellectual disability and mental health consumers.
Nominations close 4pm on Monday 26 April 2010.