Inclusion Australia

Did you know the NDIS can support people with disability to find and keep a job? We made Easy Read information about how the NDIS can help people with their work goals and choose supports that are right for them. everyonecanwork.org.au/resources/work…

The National Carer Strategy was co-designed with carers across Australia to reflect their diversity, needs and challenges. If you a carer, Carer Gateway can help you with emotional and practical support: carergateway.gov.au More about the strategy: health.gov.au/our-work/natio…

The Australian Government is identifying opportunities to make Community Visitor Schemes for people with disability more consistent. They want to know if you think the draft vision and principles are clear and reflects what matters most. For more info: consultations.health.gov.au/community-visi…

It's crucial to understand participant rights when navigating the NDIS. Know My Rights has learning pathways for: • participants with intellectual disability • social or healthcare professionals • providers and disability workers • families and carers knowmyrights.org.au/library/

The Australian Government is seeking a service provider(s) to deliver temporary paid job placements through the Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program administered by the Office for the Arts. Applications close on 19 April. Find out more: arts.gov.au/EmploymentPath…

How do we move beyond tokenistic consultation? This webinar looks at how organisations can meaningfully engage people with disability in quality processes - including audits that shape services. 🗓 26 March 🔗 Register: aoq.net.au/eventdetails/3…

We have resources translated into multiple community languages so that information is easier for everyone to understand. Resources are available in languages like Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, Punjabi, Korean, and more. Explore more here: inclusionaustralia.org.au/resources/more…

Today is World Down Syndrome Day. Lots of Socks is back! Wear your favourite socks, share a photo and start a conversation with family, friends or colleagues. Download Lots of Socks resources from Down Syndrome Australia website: downsyndrome.org.au/news-events/na… #WDSD26 #LotsOfSocks

Everyone has the right to build relationships that feel safe, respectful and meaningful. The Disability Dialogue event on March 25, people with disability will share their experiences of relationships - including family, friendships, and romantic partners. disabilitydialogue.com.au/events/march-o…

Today at Victoria's Parliament House, Inclusion Australia CEO Catherine McAlpine joined Victoria's Disability Minister and Professor Nora Shields to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. World Down Syndrome Day is this Saturday March 21. #WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD26

CLOSE THE GAP DAY 2026 REPORT AND MEDIA RELEASE The 2026 Close the Gap Campaign Report highlights the power and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in tackling longstanding health inequities and calls on governments across Australia to move beyond policy promises and take definitive legislative action. DOWNLOAD HERE closethegap.org.au/wp-content/upl… The report, a collaborative effort driven by the voices and strengths of First Peoples, presents clear evidence that community-led initiatives are making a difference and bring positive changes, despite persistent structural and systemic barriers. However, it also warns that without urgent legal reform and enforceable accountability, progress will remain vulnerable and slow. “Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities continue to show remarkable leadership. Consistently driving positive change by advocating for their rights, their efforts have been instrumental in shaping policies, advancing social justice, and ensuring the voices of First Peoples are heard and respected” said Karl Briscoe, Close the Gap, Co-Chair. “What the report highlights is, despite facing numerous challenges, these communities demonstrate resilience, innovation, and a commitment to building a better future for generations to come. Now it’s time for governments to back this with action” he continued. The 2026 report features nine case studies from across Australia, each showcasing how culturally grounded, self-determined solutions deliver better, more sustainable outcomes for First Peoples. These initiatives prove what is possible when communities are empowered to design and control responses that reflect their own priorities, cultural knowledge, and lived experience. The report makes clear that health for First Peoples is inseparable from family, Country, culture, and identity—a holistic view often overlooked in policy settings. When governments fail to recognise and act on these cultural and social determinants, the result is preventable illness, disengagement from services, and sustained inequality. Central to the report are ten recommendations aimed at embedding Indigenous rights in Australia’s laws and public policy, strengthening accountability, and ensuring the National Agreement on Closing the Gap delivers real, measurable results. The report emphasises that the four Priority Reform areas—shared decision-making, strengthening the community-controlled sector, transforming government systems, and improving access to data—are essential levers for change. Without their full implementation, structural barriers and entrenched inequities will persist. Read in full on our CTG Facebook page lnkd.in/gaA-GZpJ Zara Pitt Katie Kiss Karl Briscoe - Jawalba, Kuku Yalanji Bama - MIBL, MPH

Our March e-newsletter is here! Read it now: ow.ly/7W2450Yv5FX What’s inside: • New inclusive employment resources • Advocating for better NDIS laws • Resources available in more community languages • Latest submissions • and more! Sign up here: eepurl.com/g1xyaD

Get ready for #NRW2026 🖼️Download posters & resources: bit.ly/3Jn5dy4 🎤We're proud to announce Beds Are Burning for 2026 Voices for Reconciliation. Register: bit.ly/3Z60NDS 🎟️Events guide: bit.ly/3UDeyXI 📍Add your event: bit.ly/3Jn5dhy

Save the date! The Advocacy in Action Conference returns in 2026 for two days of connection and conversation. 📅 22–23 June 2026 📍 Novotel, Preston Theme: Connecting Voices, Creating Change More info soon.

Easy Read is a way of writing information which is easier for people to understand and read. Find out more about: • What is Easy Read • Tips on commissioning Easy Read translations • Talking about your work in more accessible ways inclusionaustralia.org.au/towards-inclus…

Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) replaced Disability Employment Services on 1 November 2025. IEA helps people with disability find and keep work. We made Easy Read information to help everyone understand how to use the program: everyonecanwork.org.au/employment-sup…

Are you an adult sibling of a person with disability? Do you work in the disability sector? Researchers at the Centre for Social Impact UNSW want to learn how having a sibling with disability may shape the way people work in disability-related jobs. unsw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3f…

How inclusive are South Australian schools? 📚 CYDA is currently running a short survey to find out. Share your insights here: surveymonkey.com/r/SSGBRHM #InclusiveEducation #CYDASurvey #DisabilityInclusion

For many people with complex support needs, mainstream group disability services do not work well. For some people, those services have caused harm and trauma. Families of people with complex support needs might decide to set up a service-for-one. inclusionaustralia.org.au/services-for-o…

The government is asking for feedback on new disability planning rules, but important details are still missing. This prevents the disability community from giving informed input. Read the full statement here: inclusionaustralia.org.au/disability-rep…