Beauty parlours were the target of attacks immediately after the Taliban’s return to power. Kabul in August 2021. Photo: H. Sabawoon / Anadolu Agency
A conversation on 1 October focused on youth and persons with disabilities as the World Council of Churches continued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the WCC Ecumenical Disability Advocates Network.
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Tensions have momentarily eased in Sudan. Following the Geneva talks, aid supplies are flowing into the country via two corridors. But an end to the war remains out of sight, says analyst Oman Mirghani, editor-in-chief of Sudanese newspaper Al-Tayar.
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With a lot of changes occurring, particularly within the NDIS, the disability community is going through a challenging time. Many are feeling angry and uncertain. Unfortunately, some people with disabilities are taking these feelings out on others in the community – particularly through social media. Australia’s Disability Representative Organisations have issued a Joint Statement on Lateral Violence in the Disability Community.
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Do you use social media (like Zoom or Instagram)?
Do you have an intellectual disability?
Would you like to take part in research?
Heidi Peart is doing a research project at the University of Melbourne to find out if social media is a good way for people with an intellectual disability to find and share important information or get help if they need it.
Tags: Heid Peart, Intellectual Disabilty and Emergency, social media - intellectual disability - communication
Council on the Ageing Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria released a discussion paper in conjunction with several other peak bodies looking at disability support and inclusion for older Victorians. This crucial discussion paper aims to build support for the development of an Agenda for Action on service gaps facing older Victorians with disability. The discussion paper is available for reading, and feedback is requested.
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Melbourne Airport has recently launched the nation’s first dedicated service to assist passengers who need extra help navigating the airport. The airport has opened four Mobility Hubs at strategic locations, which will be staffed by Travellers Aid personnel.
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The University of Melbourne and Scope to present the fourth biennial National Virtual Disability Conference on September 25th. The conference will explore innovative ideas grounded in good practice and evidence, fostering discussions on the future of the workforce, policy, services, and human rights for people with disability.
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Scholar and activist Sunaura Taylor has pointed out that “disabled people are supposed to find the courage to overcome their own personal limitations through strength of character rather than by overcoming discrimination and oppression”.
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The Department of Social Services is commencing consultations on the design of Foundational Supports this month. Foundational Supports will include general foundational supports available to all people with disability, as well as “targeted” foundational supports.
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