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Together we can change this dynamic environment to create sustainable development through fostering equality and justice in our community and country

🏙️ Designing Inclusive & Safe Communities: A Local Government Perspective 🏙️ The UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance (IPPG) is proud to announce an exciting collaboration with our Centre for Local Government (CLG) focused on empowering local governments to create more inclusive and safer communities. Key Benefits: • Evidence-based strategies for community design • Practical solutions tailored to local government needs • Access to expert insights from UTS researchers and industry leaders • Opportunity to network with peers facing similar challenges This initiative combines IPPG's commitment to excellence in public policy with CLG's deep understanding of local government operations. Together, we're addressing the complex challenges of social inclusion, community engagement, and public safety at the grassroots level. Are you a local government professional looking to make a lasting impact on your community? Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights and tools for creating thriving, inclusive spaces for all residents. Join us in shaping the future of local governance. Visit our website to learn more about this transformative project and how you can get involved. #UTSIPPG #LocalGovernment #InclusiveCommunities #PublicPolicy #CommunityEngagement #SafeCities #SocialInclusion #LocalGovernanceInnovation

The work that Disability Leadership Institute member Simon Darcy is doing is at the forefront of change in #disability employment, including understanding the nature of self employment. Thanks for sharing these valuable case studies Simon. Disability #Leadership in action.

People with disability are 43% more likely to be self-employed or run their own business than the general public. Yet, mainstream business start-up programs rarely provide inclusions for people with disability running their own business or entrepreneurs with disability seeking inclusion in mainstream accelerator or incubator programs. Exceptions include SSI's #IgniteAbility that focuses on one-to-one start-up support for people with disability and Remarkable Tech that supports disability tech start-ups that may have founders with disability. While self-employment and entrepreneurial start-ups are important some people with disability, most still look for mainstream employment. However, the employment rates of people with disability have not changed for the last 20 years. Research on employees with disability has consistently found that this is often related to having a terrible time working for an employer. They may have trouble finding a job, or they may get a job but receive no support or development for their career and skills. Business has a key role in tackling this issue because we need large-scale employment to create significant change the Australian labour force participation statistics. For example, the NSW Government has announced that they aim to hire 10,000 more people with disability in the next three years. One of the most rewarding projects I've worked on is the IncludeAbility, which is led by the Australian Human Rights Commission. This project works with 17 of the biggest employers in the country. We’ve already seen some trial programs take place and groups of people being hired by companies like Woolworths, where they can rethink how people join, not only at the entry-level, but also higher up in the organisation. This is just one aspect of the work we’re doing at UTS Business School and as part of the UTS Disability Research Network. Work that has influenced the NDIS and NSW Inclusion Act, supported disability entrepreneurship in Australia or is fighting to make tourism across the country accessible to everyone. If you’re interested, you can explore some of our case studies on our website - https://lnkd.in/gYHuGt3Z Are you an employer looking to employ people with disability or a researcher in this area? I’d love to hear from you in the comments. 

Today, on Truth and Reconciliation Day, we reflect on the painful legacy of residential schools and honor the resilience of Indigenous peoples. But reflection alone isn’t enough—it’s time to lead by example. As professionals, we must champion reconciliation by amplifying Indigenous voices, challenging systemic biases, and creating inclusive spaces in our organizations. What steps are you taking to support Indigenous colleagues and communities? How can we ensure our workplaces are not only diverse but equitable? Today, let’s commit to both understanding and action. #TruthAndReconciliation #IndigenousVoices #InclusiveLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EquityInAction

Discover the importance of cultural competence in aged care and learn best practices for creating inclusive environments for residents from diverse cultural backgrounds. https://lnkd.in/giaybYhG This guide explores how embracing diversity and respecting cultural differences enhances the quality of person-centered care. #CulturalCompetence #AgedCare #DiversityandInclusion #PersonCenteredCare #InclusiveEnvironments

15 & 16 Feb 2025 Discover strategies for fostering equitable classrooms and addressing challenging behaviors inclusively. https://lnkd.in/gtXUGttD

Happy World Day for Physical Activity! #WDPA2024 #BeActive At the DEPtH Lab, we recognize the importance of staying active, particularly for our #youth. Our initiative, Smart Indigenous Youth (SIY), prioritizes this through culturally-appropriate land-based activities. Let's inspire our youth to go outside and connect with nature! 🌿 What are you doing to stay active today? ISPAH - The International Society for Physical Activity and Health Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance

Let’s be clear: The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, an authoritarian playbook for a far-right presidential administration, will radically harm disabled people across the United States by removing basic civil rights protections and making it harder to access necessary resources and services.  As the disability community continues to grow in the United States due to an aging population, long COVID, and other factors, it is critical to evaluate how the agenda will specifically impact disabled people, who make up at least 28.7 percent of the total population.  Project 2025 will directly harm disabled people by: Eliminating the rights of and protections for disabled students  Cutting key health coverage programs and services Creating even more barriers to employment for disabled workers Overhauling disability and other social benefits Reducing the ability to enforce the Americans with Disabilities Act

LET👏🏾IT👏🏾BE👏🏾KNOWN👏🏾😁 Equity in community parks and recreation programs fosters community well-being and belonging. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Equity in Practice Certificate Programs are designed specifically for Parks and Recreation professionals, providing actionable strategies to promote equity in our field. The programs are designed to create practical Equity Action Plans customized to each participant's role and environment. The goal is to ensure that equity is not just a topic of discussion but is put into practice. By sharing different viewpoints on racial equity and coming up with ideas to promote greater inclusivity, we can work towards establishing more welcoming and supportive community spaces. Recreation and Park professionals should join NRPA to champion equity in parks and recreation and build stronger, more inclusive communities. https://lnkd.in/g6c8fxNM #ParksAndRecreation #EquityInPractice #CommunityWellBeing #Inclusion #NRPA