Australian Disability Network

🎬 "At the end of the day, hiring people with disability is a smart business choice. That's not funny - that's fantastic!" This final clip from 'It's Not Hard to be Inclusive' wraps up our series with a simple truth: creating an inclusive workplace just makes good business sense. Companies who hire people with disability benefit from: ✨ More engaging workplace culture ✨ A workforce that reflects customers and community ✨ Improved brand reputation ✨ Increased productivity ✨ Higher employee retention rates Last Tuesday on International Day of People with Disability, we were thrilled to see so many of our members and businesses across Australia highlighting how they're choosing inclusion. But the journey doesn't stop here - inclusion is a year-round commitment. Join the hundreds of organisations already choosing inclusion. Starting your journey is easier than you think - have a conversation with us about membership today. Call us on 1300 363 645, email us at info@AusDN.org.au, or learn more about becoming a member on our website: https://lnkd.in/gGYhPynU And don't forget to watch the full short film: https://lnkd.in/gyXatvth (Audio description version available) #ChooseInclusion #RemoveBarriers #LinkedInNewsAustralia #IDPwD2024"

Lead by example! Change starts at the top 🌟 Research shows that when CEOs and senior leaders actively champion disability inclusion, organisations are significantly more likely to achieve their diversity goals and outperform their competitors. In fact, companies who effectively include people with disability are 4 times more likely to outperform their peers in shareholder returns. Hear from Australia Post CEO, Paul Graham, on how cultivating an inclusive culture matters to his employees and the communities they serve. His leadership shows how understanding your people's needs drives meaningful change across an organisation. Ready to lead the change in your organisation? Coming in 2025, our Listen to Lead program facilitates powerful conversations between employees with disability and senior leaders. Email info@ausdn.org.au to learn more about this transformative initiative. #IDPwD24 #AusDN #RemoveBarriers #ChooseInclusion #LinkedInNewsAustralia

🌟 Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from our incredible CEO Corene Strauss GAICD one last time before her retirement from Australian Disability Network at the end of the year. Joining Corene is Lisa Annese from the Diversity Council Australia Ltd, and Dawn Emsen-Hough (GAICD) from ACON's Pride Inclusion Programs. These pioneering leaders have shaped the future of diversity and inclusion in Australia and will share insights from their remarkable journeys transforming Australian workplaces. Come celebrate their achievements and hear their perspectives on the path forward. This will be an unmissable conversation about #WorkplaceInclusion. Limited seats available - secure yours now to be part of this special tribute event.https://https://lnkd.in/gdApg-yQ

Big thank you to all who joined us in championing the #ChooseInclusion cause to challenge social barriers for International Day of People with Disability 2024! Thank you all for taking the steps towards creating accessible and inclusive workplaces especially in our focus areas of Inclusive Communication, Access, Recruitment, Workplace Adjustment and finally, Inclusive Attitudes. We look forward to taking action in #RemovingBarriers not just for IDPwD but all year around! #IDPwD24 #AusDN #RemoveBarriers #LinkedInNewsAustralia 

What an incredible celebration of inclusion this International Day of People With Disability! We loved hearing from our wonderful members and #AusDN Teamies who shared what Choosing Inclusion means to them at our recent #IDPwD2024 cocktail event. Thank you for being part of this important movement and showing how workplace inclusion creates positive change. Watch to hear their powerful messages! ✨ Want to be part of this fantastic community of changemakers? Learn more about membership here: https://lnkd.in/gGYhPynU Featuring: Jessica Henley, Nathan Mikhael, Peter Wilson AM, Esther Pritchard, Zainab Nayyar Khan, Katie Wilson, Mackenzie Small, Herin Hentry, Rudy Haruta, Sarah Wojciechowski, Darren Otten FIEP, Alexandra Iordanidis, Gabrielle Rennard, Florisa Anolin, Ryllonna Luedey, #ChooseInclusion #RemoveBarriers #LinkedInNewsAustralia

🌍 Today marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), and at Australian Disability Network, we're proud to support #IDPWD2024 by championing the removal of unintentional barriers in the workplace with #ChooseInclusion    📽️ We released "It's Not Hard to be Inclusive", a humorous and thought-provoking short film by Australian Disability Network for IDPwD 2024. It highlights the social model of disability, showing how societal barriers, not individual conditions, create disability. Watch the full short film for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gs5m44ZT (Audio description version available)    🗒️ Leading up to IDPwD we released weekly resources that focus on key areas of business and how organisations can #RemoveBarriers.    Check out our website: https://lnkd.in/gcShiDc7   💜 While it's fantastic to dedicate a day to recognise the 5.5 million Australians with disability, let's remember that inclusivity is not a one-time event but a continuous commitment. Every day is an opportunity to embrace #diversity, create #accessible spaces, and foster an #inclusive mindset.    💬 Join the IDPwD conversation online or in your community to challenge perceptions, break down barriers, and encourage a more diverse and inclusive Australia. Happy International Day of People with Disability!    #IDPwD24 #AusDN #LinkedInNewsAustralia 

🌍 Today marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), and at Australian Disability Network, we're proud to support #IDPWD2024 by championing the removal of unintentional barriers in the workplace with #ChooseInclusion    📽️ We released "It's Not Hard to be Inclusive", a humorous and thought-provoking short film by Australian Disability Network for IDPwD 2024. It highlights the social model of disability, showing how societal barriers, not individual conditions, create disability. Watch the full short film for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gs5m44ZT (Audio description version available)    🗒️ Leading up to IDPwD we released weekly resources that focus on key areas of business and how organisations can #RemoveBarriers.    Check out our website: https://lnkd.in/gcShiDc7   💜 While it's fantastic to dedicate a day to recognise the 5.5 million Australians with disability, let's remember that inclusivity is not a one-time event but a continuous commitment. Every day is an opportunity to embrace #diversity, create #accessible spaces, and foster an #inclusive mindset.    💬 Join the IDPwD conversation online or in your community to challenge perceptions, break down barriers, and encourage a more diverse and inclusive Australia. Happy International Day of People with Disability!    #IDPwD24 #AusDN #LinkedInNewsAustralia 

It’s the week of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) 🙌   Is your organisation supporting IDPwD? Share your activities and initiatives with us! Whether it’s a virtual webinar, in-person event or awareness posters in the office, we would love to share and celebrate with you!    Tag us and use the hashtags #ChooseInclusion and #RemoveBarriers in your posts!    #IDPwD24 #AusDN #LinkedInNewsAustralia 

Mentoring people with disability not only makes a difference in someone’s life but also builds your own disability confidence and leadership abilities, as well as working to shift attitudes towards an inclusive mindset.    Hear from Shaun Thorneycroft from Optus who shares his biggest learning as a mentor.    Find out how you can #ChooseInclusion as a mentor to grow your leadership skills and create meaningful connections with jobseekers with disability:  https://lnkd.in/gn-G-RZv    #IDPwD24 #AusDN #RemoveBarriers #Mentoring #LinkedInNewsAustralia 

Test your knowledge! Which of these is NOT an example of an Inclusive Attitude? Inclusive attitudes are the foundation of a truly accessible and equitable workplace. By challenging unconscious biases, valuing diverse experiences, and fostering a culture of respect, we can remove barriers that may hinder the full participation of people with   disability.    Get more tips on how you can #ChooseInclusion and #RemoveBarriers with Inclusive Attitudes this International Day of People with Disability:    https://lnkd.in/gcShiDc7    #IDPwD24 #AusDN #LinkedInNewsAustralia