DOWN SYNDROME NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
Autism Month in April: 16 years of awareness
World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 is only the beginning of a month made to appreciate the people in our lives who... Read more
A celebration of music and fun that leaves no one out is coming to Melbourne.
Individual approach required to phase out ‘outdated’ disability housing
South Australian based disability support organisation, Access4u, is calling for the phasing out of the traditional... Read more
Women supporting women is the changemaker in the fight for equality for disabled women and girls.
A powerful speech about inclusion and advocacy for women with disabilities rallied enthusiastic support at the Future... Read more
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friend, Emma, utilising accessible seating at a concert in America. [Source: supplied]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/23_02_23-accessible-venues.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Accessibility barriers cause people with disabilities to fight harder to attend concerts
As musicians flock to Australia in droves to lap up the summer sun and festival season, people living with a disability... Read more
Case study: An excellent blend for Patrick
With his trademark big smile and can-do attitude, Patrick has been bringing joy to Bedford for over five years. Read more
Service providers front Royal Commission over violence and abuse
Disability service providers have been in the spotlight this week as the Royal Commission returned for the first time... Read more
Leave entitlements for NDIS workers could halt grim attrition stats
The Disability Royal Commission has heard the result of a new report which suggests providing leave entitlements to all... Read more
Ministers align on disability priorities for year ahead
Disability Ministers from around the country have set priorities and goals for the year ahead during the first meeting... Read more
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Rock ‘N’ Rollers helping participants rock out and spread the word of accessibility
One of the biggest events on the Australian calendar showcasing diversity and inclusivity has to be Mardi Gras. As this... Read more