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🌟 Disability Action Week is here! From 24 Nov – 1 Dec 2024, we’re shining a light on Accessible Communication: Connect, Include, and Empower. At CPL, we believe communication is at the heart of inclusion and empowerment. This week is about breaking down barriers to ensure everyone has a voice and feels connected—whether it’s through technology, Auslan, or simply creating spaces where everyone is heard. Let’s work together to build communities where accessible communication becomes the norm, and everyone feels included and empowered to thrive. 💙 Learn more about Disability Action Week 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsjtr-2n #DisabilityActionWeek #AccessibleCommunication #InclusionMatters #EmpowerThroughConnection #CPL #AccessForAll [Image description included with the image]

Breaking Down Barriers: In our commitment to fostering disability inclusion, we recognise terminology can be a stumbling block for many employers. That's why we're launching a new series, 'Word of the Week', to demystify key terms. This week, we delve into the world of 'Social Model.' Image description: A pink background image displaying text that defines the "Social Model". The text explains this model as viewing the world of disability as one where societal barriers, such as inaccessible buildings or negative attitudes, cause disability rather than individual physical conditions. #DisabilityInclusion #WordOfTheWeek #BreakingBarriers

“Within those conversations, solutions may actually come, and these might be innovative because they’re designed with the person, not for the person.”   With ‘Accessible Communication: Connect, Include and Empower’ the theme for government’s Disability Action Week this week, GVLDA's Accessibility and Inclusion Program Senior Advisor, Andrew Pope, shares the importance of asking questions and engaging in two-way conversation with people with disabilities to make informed and properly inclusive decisions.   Starting the conversation can make a big difference to meeting people’s needs.   Advancing accessibility and empowering people with disability is one of the legacy foundations in the Elevate 2042 strategy; with the vision that by 2042, we will live in an inclusive, more sustainable and connected society, with more opportunities in life for everyone.   For easy tips, training and information about developing accessible communication and championing accessibility, visit the state government’s #DisabilityActionWeek platform: www.qld.gov.au/daw   Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety  #DAW #AccessibleCommunication #Inclusion #Accessibility #Legacy #Impact #Elevate2042

Breaking Down Barriers: In our commitment to fostering disability inclusion, we recognise terminology can be a stumbling block for many employers. That's why we're launching a new series, 'Word of the Week', to demystify key terms. This week, we delve into the world of 'Accessibility.' #DisabilityInclusion #WordOfTheWeek #BreakingBarriers Image description: A yellow ombre background with black text that reads 'Accessibility, noun, The quality of being easily used, entered, or reached by people with disabilities; refers to the design of products, devices, services, curricula, or environments.'

World Disability Day: A Day to Empower and Advocate 🌍💙 Today, on World Disability Day, we stand together to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of individuals with disabilities while advocating for a more inclusive and equitable world. 💡 Did you know? Over 1 billion people—about 15% of the world's population—live with some form of disability. Despite being one of the largest minority groups, many individuals face barriers in education, employment, and accessibility. 🌟 This year’s theme reminds us to: ✔️ Promote Inclusion: True inclusion means creating environments where everyone, regardless of ability, can participate fully and equally. ✔️ Break Barriers: Whether physical, social, or attitudinal, removing barriers is key to ensuring opportunity and dignity for all. ✔️ Celebrate Diversity: Disabilities don’t define individuals—they bring unique perspectives, talents, and strengths that enrich our communities. ✨ Let’s take action: Listen and Learn: Hear the stories of individuals with disabilities to better understand their experiences. Advocate for Accessibility: Whether it’s at work, school, or in public spaces, champion universal design and inclusion. Support Empowerment: Highlight and support organizations working tirelessly to empower individuals with disabilities. 🌈 Together, we can create a society where everyone feels seen, valued, and included. Let’s build a world where ability is limitless, and compassion knows no bounds. 💬 What does inclusion mean to you? Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments! #WorldDisabilityDay #InclusionMatters #EmpowerAbility #BreakTheBarriers #DisabilityAwareness #DiversityAndInclusion #mentalhealth #recovery #hope #treatment #support #community #deaddiction #rehab #ummeed #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #bipolarsupport #mentalhealthstigma #recoveryjourney #hopeishere #youarenotalone #bengaluru

People with disability play a vital role in our lives. 💙 This week, Rural Lifestyle Options Australia is celebrating Disability Action Week by recognising the contribution of people with disability in society and looking ahead to what we can all do to build a more accessible and inclusive future. ✨ This year's theme, 'Accessible Communication: Connect, Include and Empower' will resonate with many of you, as it does with our ongoing purpose at RLOA. Whether you are a business, sporting organisation or community group, there are small changes we can all make to make a big difference. 🙌 By adopting accessible communication techniques, you can make a significant change in the lives of people with disability by: ▪️ Being welcoming and friendly. ▪️ Treating everyone with dignity and respect. ▪️ Using age-appropriate language—treat adults like adults. ▪️ Looking at people and talking directly to them. ▪️ Giving people the time they need to share their message with you. ▪️ Listening to what they have to say. ▪️ Being willing to use alternative methods of communicating. ▪️ Making sure your information is accessible. To start the conversation in your workplace or to learn more about Disability Action Week, please visit https://lnkd.in/gsjtr-2n 🎉 #DisabilityActionWeek

🌟 October is Disability Awareness Month 🌟 I’m excited to celebrate this important month by highlighting a powerful tool I’ve created to help us humanize conversations about inclusivity — You Played The Race Card: Disability Awareness Series! 🎉 This unique card game leverages gamification to expand your understanding of disabilities and encourages us to meet people where they are by recognizing their abilities as strengths in both the workplace and at home. By playing, this unique card game you’ll gain practical knowledge on how you can foster belonging, empathy, and kindness, driving a positive workplace culture while impacting the bottom line in a meaningful way. 💡 Ready to elevate your culture and conversations? Get your deck today at Bebrilliantinthebasics.com and click on the ‘You Played The Race Card’ tab to choose your inspirational deck today. These one-of-a-kind cards are designed to uplift, inspire, and promote a culture of inclusion, equity, belonging, and diversity. There is a clear business case that organizations that embrace behaviors to promote inclusive work environments outperform those that don't! Let’s celebrate our differences and make every space more inclusive and empowering for all! 🙌 #DisabilityAwarenessMonth #Inclusion #Belonging #DEI #WorkplaceCulture #BeBrilliantInTheBasics #YouPlayedTheRaceCard#LeadershipMatters#HRLeadershipMatters #OperationsLeadershipMatters#LegalLeadershipMatters #EmployeeResourceGroupsMatter

What is Disability Pride Month and Why Should Your Business Celebrate It? That is the big question for Includability - The Home of Inclusive Organisations this month as we delve deep into what, when, why and some of the strings of importance for Disability Pride Month. Discover how Includability can support organisations in embracing diversity and accessibility during Disability Pride Month and beyond. Huge appreciation to Kaye Moors, Alex Manners, Emm Sharpe & Anna Kennedy OBE for their contributions. 🙏 This is an expansive blog with continuing contributions. Have expertise in disability in the workplace? Contact me at communications@includability.co.uk to share your insights! 📧 #DisabilityPrideMonth #InclusionMatters #Accessibility #WorkplaceDiversity #Includability #DisabilityInclusion #CelebrateDiversity

Connect, Include, Empower Each year, Disability Action Week (DAW) celebrates the invaluable contributions of people with disabilities in our communities. From November 24 to December 1, 2024, we take the time to recognise achievements, foster inclusion, and advocate for greater accessibility.   This year’s theme, Accessible Communication: Connect, Include, Empower, shines a spotlight on the importance of communication that caters to diverse needs. We're proud to share how one of DTET's very own programs – the Back to Work program in collaboration with TAFE Queensland – is helping Queenslanders do just that Communication isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept. Ensuring it is accessible means creating opportunities for everyone—regardless of ability or preference—to access, understand, and engage with information effectively.    Read on to discover why accessible communication matters, how the Back to Work program is championing accessible communication and how you can spread the word, plus discover other resources  https://lnkd.in/gRHRbuMD

This week is Disability Action Week 2024 and we want to take a moment to highlight the fundamental role that accessible communication plays in empowering people with low vision and blindness. At Guide Dogs Queensland, we believe that communication is key to independence, inclusion, and connection for everyone—especially those living with low vision or blindness. By building connections across businesses, communities, and government, we strive to drive meaningful, inclusive change. As a peak body, we advocate for accessibility and inclusion throughout Queensland, championing a future where everyone can participate equally. This Disability Action Week, we’re proud to provide an Accessible Communication Guide to businesses and organisations to review their communication channels – whether it’s through email, website or social media, this guide breaks down the necessary requirements to ensure communication is accessible to all. As we embark on Disability Action Week, I encourage everyone to reflect on how they can champion accessible communication in their workplaces and communities. Together, we can create a more inclusive and connected future for all. For more information on how you or your organisation can promote accessible communication and to download the Accessible Communication Guide, visit our website https://lnkd.in/gg6HgHdB #DisabilityActionWeek #AccessibleCommunication #LowVision #BlindnessAwareness #GuideDogsQueensland #InclusionMatters