One in 5 Australians lives with disability. Having an accessible workplace makes good sense for your business and your employees. What is workplace accessibility? Accessibility means removing barriers. It is to ensure equal access for all, including those with disability. This can include looking at: design of a …

  Donna Purcell, Senior Manager Accessibility and Capability Advice at Commonwealth Bank Common activities many of us take for granted aren’t … for example. “For a person with a disability, one of the most frustrating things is having access to information when I’m staying in a hotel,” says Donna Purcell, Senior Manager …

There are laws that apply when you employ staff with disability. Understand what you need to do to be fair and comply – from advertising and recruiting to making adjustments. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this …

skills and experience that best match the jobs you’re offering. Help make your organisation accessible and inclusive The NDRC can work with you to develop workplace policies and practices that meet the needs of people with disability. The NDRC can also help raise awareness of disability in your …

a shock diagnosis, this talented young woman is reaching for the top - thanks to the right support from her employer and JobAccess. Laura Masters isn’t letting Multiple Sclerosis (MS) thwart her career ambitions. … of South Australia when she received the shock diagnosis that she had MS. Thanks to a very supportive employer - and assistance from JobAccess - she has been able to continue working, …

In the face of widespread discrimination and extreme physical challenges, Jude Lee has always seen life’s possibilities. He has been able … 1990s after getting the impression he and his wheelchair didn’t suit their image. Workplace modifications have saved his career Jude first reached out to JobAccess – the Australian … hub for disability employment information – in 2007 for support with funding workplace adjustments. Since then, JobAccess has supported him with a wide range of adjustments , including …

a workplace includes all employees. This includes awareness training for your team, making adjustments, and knowing the relevant laws. …

As with any new starter, employees with disability will likely need orientation and training in their new role. Find out how to make sure the induction process is accessible and fair. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered …