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The Social Ostracism of the Disabled: A Tale of Discrimination, Deprivation, and Disregard

Source: Modern Diplomacy
Author: Rameen Siddiqui
Posted May 18, 2023

Despite being the world’s largest minority, people with disabilities are often forgotten and excluded from the mainstream paradigms and mechanisms dealing with the issues of minorities. Not only they are a minority, but they’re also one of the most vulnerable groups in the world facing heightened discrimination and inequalities, as their needs are often overlooked by governments and international organizations.

Ableism and disablism – how to spot them and how we can all do better

Source: The Conversation
Posted May 15, 2023

When the 2022 Australian of the Year was announced, Dylan Alcott wheeled onto the stage. Australian audiences are tuning in to watch TV shows featuring people with disability: You Can’t Ask That, Love on the Spectrum and Employable Me. The Disability Pride movement is gaining momentum and people with disability are becoming part of the diversity conversation. On the surface, it … Continued

Budget offers employment hope for people with an intellectual disability and families but concerns remain over NDIS budget targets

Source: Inclusion Australia
Posted May 15, 2023

There was good news from the Australian Government budget this week with the announcement of funding for a range of measures on supported employment. Supported employment for people with disability is typically provided in Australian Disability Enterprises, also known as sheltered workshops. Providers can legally pay employees as little as $2.75 per hour under the … Continued

It’s time to make waves in beach accessibility

Source: University of Melbourne
Posted May 15, 2023

Excluding people with disability from beach culture is both unfair and unlawful. Australia could be a world leader in making beaches accessible to people of all abilities.

Budget clearly signals ‘NDIS is here to stay’, with more to do on housing and economic security

Source: People with Disability Australia
Posted May 12, 2023

People with Disability Australia (PWDA) welcomes the Treasurer’s assurance that ‘the NDIS is here to stay’ in his budget speech. However, tonight’s budget has more to do on housing and economic security measures that would bring comfort to the disability community. “We welcome the Government’s commitment to work with the disability community in implementing the … Continued

Funding To Stop Violence Against Women With Disabilities

Source: Mirage News
Posted May 12, 2023

Workers in the family violence prevention and disability sectors will be better equipped with the skills to prevent violence against women with disabilities thanks to a funding boost to Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV).

Budget Signals NDIS Is Here to Stay, More Work on Housing and Security

Source: Mirage News
Posted May 12, 2023

People with Disability Australia (PWDA) welcomes the Treasurer’s assurance that ‘the NDIS is here to stay’ in his budget speech. However, tonight’s budget has more to do on housing and economic security measures that would bring comfort to the disability community.

NDS Urges Sector Sustainability in NDIS Budget Measures

Source: Mirage News
Posted May 12, 2023

Peak body for disability service providers National Disability Services (NDS) has called for a vibrant disability sector to be maintained as part of the 2023-24 Federal Budget measures to manage the financial sustainability of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Teen brothers with disabilities found naked and locked in room, commission hears

Source: Guardian Australia
Posted May 12, 2023

Two brothers with disabilities were discovered severely malnourished, naked and locked in a room with no food or furniture, the disability royal commission has been told. The commission heard on Monday about the shocking case of two young men, aged 17 and 19, who authorities found living in squalid conditions in May 2020.

South Australia faces disability accommodation crisis

Source: Disability Support Guide
Posted May 12, 2023

Emma Hocking, Chief Executive Officer of SDA Smart Homes says that the proposed crackdown will be welcomed, but funding cuts would be a disaster given the current rental and housing markets.