Proclaimed by the 38th session of the General Conference of UNESCO (November 2015), African World Heritage Day (5 May) is an opportunity for people around the world, and particularly Africans, to celebrate the Continent’s unique cultural and natural heritage.
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The Association for Children with a Disability is holding two online webinars: The recent NDIS Review recommended changes to increase support available outside of the NDIS, which will be called Foundational Supports. The government is starting to design what they will look like, and while this is still in development, ACD wants families to have their say. We’re holding two online Have Your Say sessions to hear from you about what’s currently working, what’s missing, and what’s needed to better support children with disability.
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Wheelchair Skills is a four hour practical session to help build your skills and confidence when moving about in your community. This will be held in Shepparton on 1 May 2024.
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Autism is not confined by borders; it is a global concern that affects individuals worldwide, irrespective of their location or societal context. On January 21, 2008, the United Nations adopted Resolution 62/139 during its Agenda item 66(a) through the General Assembly. This resolution, proposed on December 18, 2007, and based on the report of the Third Committee (A/62/435), designated World Autism Awareness Day.
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Palliative Care Australia is advocating for immediate government action to fill the care gap for individuals under 65 with terminal illnesses who find themselves inadequately covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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The Victorian Disability Worker Commission (VDWC) is conducting a survey about disability sector safeguards and the disability workforce. An anonymous survey is available. An Easy-Read Survey is also available. The Survey closes on April 23, 2024. Participants will go into a prize draw to win one of ten $100 vouchers.
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Get ready to experience public transport like never before, with trains, trams, buses and taxi’s all in the one location. Giving you a unique opportunity to familiarise yourself with the vehicles, meet our lovely Public Transport Team and learn about accessibility features.
The Victorian Government is working hard to ensure our transport network is inclusive and accessible for all Victorians. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, this event is perfect for you.
Try Before You Ride events help people of all abilities feel more confident when using the public transport system. This includes people with accessibility requirements, parents with children and seniors.
Tags: familiarise yourself with accessibility features, Mobility assistance, Public Transport Victoria, transport network is inclusive and accessible, Travellers Aid, Try Before You Ride
Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is concerned by the devastating violence perpetrated by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and the ramifications it has on religious communities. Since the war in Sudan started on April 15, 2023, USCIRF has voiced its concern on the egregious human rights violations and its significant toll on human life, with over 13,000 estimated dead. Armed combatants have intentionally damaged and destroyed houses of worship and the conflict has deeply affected religious communities in Sudan.
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Disability Advocacy Network Australia (DANA) and Australian Progress are delighted to invite you to the launch of By Us, For Us – A Disability Messaging Guide. This guide is the product of the first phase of an urgent and groundbreaking research project to shift public narratives by testing and developing messages that build widespread support for transformative disability policy change. This event will take place on 18 April, on Zoom.
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The Shepparton Disability Expo will be at the Macintosh Centre, Shepparton on Thursday 18 April from 9AM to 6PM. Entry is free, and there will be disability services on site and lectures from providers along with Question and Answer sessions.
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