Talking Disability
![<p>El Gibbs received the Lesley Hall Award for Lifetime Achievement Award on IDPwD. [Source: Disability Leadership Institute]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Eml2JWOWEAE5SCR.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Disability leaders recognised with awards on IDPwD
The work of 14 disability leaders and advocates were recognised in the National Awards for Disability Leadership... Read more
![<p>People living with a disability encounter significant challenges in identifying themselves online. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-1126621519-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
eftpos pilot to make online payments easier for people with disability
Using eftpos to pay for shopping and services is a no-brainer for many but poses challenges for people living with... Read more
![<p>The Royal Commission expects to hear from people with disability about their experiences in seeking open employment at the next public hearing. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/iStock-1187804916-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
RC to examine pathways and barriers to employment for people with disability
Pathways and barriers to open employment for people with disability is the subject of the ninth public hearing of the... Read more
![<p>Discrimination in the workplace can potentially lead to those with an invisible disability to hide their condition from prospective employers. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-825827690-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Invisible disability stigma driving workers to hide conditions
In the lead up to International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on Thursday 3rd December, employment service... Read more
![<p>RC report finds communication failed between decision-makers and people with disability, leaving them feeling “forgotten and ignored” during early stages of COVID-19. Source [iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/iStock-1173046744-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
RC report finds “serious failures” to people with disability during early stages of COVID-19
The Australian Government was responsible for “serious failures” to people with disability during the early stages... Read more
![<p>Fearless Films Season 2 premieres on Thursday, 3 December – International Day of People with Disability [Source: Feros Care]. </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/125125529_3519987504714554_7048822833446217159_o.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Fearless Australians smash disability stereotypes in new film series
Six short films showcasing fearless Australians living with disability premiered on International Day of People with... Read more
![<p>My Plan Manager CEO Jane Kittel and founder Claire Wittwer Smith. [Source: My Plan Manager]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/MPM-Photo-L-R-Jane-Kittel-and-Claire-Wittwer-Smith.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Business awards recognise female leaders driving social change with NDIS tech solutions
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDSI) financial services provider My Plan Manager has won national recognition of... Read more
![<p>Visual artist Prue Stevenson features in Perspective Shift which will air on SBS TV and SBS On Demand. [Source: Attitude Foundation]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Perspective-Shift-1.png?fm=png)
New TV series encourages schools to explore disability and inclusion
Australian high schools are encouraged to mark International Day of People with Disability, celebrated this Thursday 3rd... Read more
![<p>#PurpleLightUp has been driving momentum for disability inclusion across hundreds of organisations since 2017 [Source: PurpleSpace]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/https___cdn.evbuc.com_images_114508925_310201505323_1_original.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Purple spotlight to shine on global landmarks this International Day of People with Disability
Iconic buildings around the world will glow purple on 3 December to celebrate and put a spotlight on the economic... Read more
![<p>The Lab Network is a fun and highly rewarding opportunity for mentors to share their tech skills with enthusiastic young people. [Source: The Lab Network]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/stock_session.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New tech club for young people with autism coming to regional South Australia
Young people with autism in the South Australian town Port Pirie, will be able to build technical and social skills at a... Read more