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Disability Education and Employment News:Vol 2 No 20 - Monday, 27th November 2006 |
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Enhancing post secondary education, training and employment opportunities for people with a disability RDLO & DCOs National Website |
Compiled by Timothy Hart DCO for Northern, Central and Southern Sydney |
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In this Edition of the Disability Education and Employment News, we have information on a new Australian Dyslexia website and a call for disability journal articles/material by ANSWD who is revamping their website. Plus information on a heap of other New Resources, Conferences and Workshops, News articles and other information for the Disability Education and Employment Sectors.
Please distribute the Newsletter to those that you think would be interested in it.
If you have a Resource, a Scholarship, Workshop, Conference, an Event or any other information that is Disability Education or Employment related and you wish to promote it here please e-mail me at thart@med.usyd.edu.au
For information on subscribing, please go to the end of the newsletter.
Calls for Expressions of Interest and Input
Education News:
Income cuts set stage for NUS row
Brendan O'Keefe
November 22, 2006
THE National Union of Students will embark on its biggest constitutional overhaul next month as it fights to survive savage income cuts after voluntary student unionism was introduced in July.
At its three-day annual meeting in Ballarat, delegates will debate 230 proposed amendments designed to streamline the organisation and cut costs.
President Rose Jackson said the last time NUS delegates debated constitutional reform, in 1997, "every single faction split".
Chief among the proposed amendments is one that the NUS quit its roughly $60,000-a-year office in Melbourne's Trades Hall - its home for about 10 years - to find smaller and cheaper accommodation.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20798162-12332,00.html
Business backs loans scheme for TAFE fees
November 15, 2006
TAFE colleges have been told to embrace private enterprise and consider introducing university-style fees as they try to encourage more young people back into traditional trades.
A conference of TAFE directors in Adelaide this week is examining the future of the vocational education and training industry, as well as ways to tackle skills shortages constraining the economy.
David Hind, who heads the Business/Higher Education Round Table, said expanding the HECS and FEE-HELP schemes to vocational education and training, along with higher apprentice wages, could attract more students. At present TAFE students pay fees in advance.
For the rest of the article go to
TAFE directors find solution to skills shortage
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2006/s1787592.htm
Renewal postponed by politics
Close the gap between income and costs for commonwealth-supported places, writes Glyn Davis
November 08, 2006
AUSTRALIAN higher education is living through yet another moment of change. This time the transition challenges the national unified system introduced during the late 1980s by then federal education minister John Dawkins. The convergence on a single model of higher education institution is being called into question.
Like her predecessor and her Opposition shadow, Education Minister Julie Bishop is calling for more diversity in the higher education system. Yet there is an impediment: the disparity between costs and revenue for commonwealth-supported students. In principle, income for each commonwealth-supported student comes from two sources, a commonwealth subsidy and a contribution amount paid by the student.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20718111-12332,00.htm
Employment News:
Unemployed the victims of job agency rorting
By Annabel Stafford
November 23, 2006
Perverse incentives mean job-seeker services are rorting the system rather than finding long-term jobs for people, according to a scathing analysis of the Government's Job Network.
The way the Job Network is set up means providers are paid more if they delay getting someone into a job or get them into a short-term job so that they have to come back to be placed again, the report says.
Even worse, its focus on getting people into work in the short term has led to some providers effectively bribing companies to take on workers for the short time needed to produce a government payment.
For the rest of the article go to
Youth payments call
Patricia Karvelas
November 23, 2006
ONE of the biggest providers of the Howard Government's employment and training programs has called for radical changes to end high youth unemployment, including a single welfare payment with add-ons for personal circumstances.
In a report to be released today, Mission Australia says action is needed to engage thousands of marginalised young people and reduce youth unemployment, which at 14.3per cent for 15- to 19-year-olds, is four times higher than unemployment among those aged 25 and over.
The Youth Employment Strategy - a partnership between Mission Australia and its Youth Strategy and Advocacy Group chaired by Rupert Myer - is the result of several years of research.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20805789-2702,00.html
Young job hunters for life
November 22, 2006 12:00
YOUNG people who have trouble getting their first job will have employment problems for the rest of their lives, a new report has found.
Mission
It shows almost 40 per cent of unemployed Australians are currently under the age of 25.
Most are in the 15- to 19-year age bracket, of which 14.3 per cent are unemployed, almost four times the unemployment levels for those over the age of 25.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,20802118-5006007,00.html
Delivering employment to the disabled
By Peter Gibilisco - posted Wednesday, 22 November 2006
I would like to explore what is essential for the societal inclusion and employment of people with disabilities in western societies, like
In the contemporary era, pragmatic social democracy is best represented in the Australian context by the work of Hugh Stretton. This is challenged by the emergence of neo-liberalism and the third way. Neo-liberalism is a political economic theory and practice that emerged in the 1960s, and has increased in prominence at the policy level since the 1980s.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.onlineopinion.com.au/view.asp?article=5140
Done dirt cheap
Sometimes disabled people can only dream of the minimum wage, writes Elisabeth Wynhausen
November 18, 2006
IT would have cost Bernard and Pamela Cuskelly more in petrol to drive their 18-year-old daughter Erica to her job and home again, a 160km round trip, than the teenager would have earned in an eight-hour working day.
Erica, who has Down syndrome, was offered 72c an hour to stuff envelopes for a company set up to help the disabled.
"At first we were just shocked ... now we are just angry and disgusted," says her father, Bernard, a drought-affected cattle farmer from Weabonga, a speck on the map 80km from Tamworth in northern NSW.
"We were told this rate of pay was legal," he says. The 72c an hour was said to reflect Erica's productivity. Bernard, while accepting it may be legal, does not think it's fair.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20775664-28737,00.html
Skills shortage forces rethink on apprenticeships
Stephanie Peatling
November 13, 2006
TRADITIONAL apprenticeships could be phased out and replaced by a two-year diploma as industry and the education system grapple with declining numbers of people entering trades.
The TAFE sector is behind the proposal, which the Federal Government is believed to be interested in pushing the states to consider adopting. States are largely responsible for TAFE and vocational education.
"Pretty much everyone acknowledges the apprenticeship system isn't working," the executive director of TAFE Directors Australia, Martin Riordan, said. "This is something that is already being offered but which could easily be expanded."
For the rest of the article go to
Welfare News:
Youth unemployment report released
November 23, 2006 - 1:05AM
Young people who have trouble getting their first job will have employment problems for the rest of their lives, says a new report.
Mission
It shows almost 40 per cent of unemployed Australians are currently under the age of 25.
Most are in the 15- to 19-year age bracket, of which 14.3 per cent are unemployed, almost four times the unemployment levels for those over the age of 25.
"These young people have become a wasted resource, not only in human terms, but also economic - the cost as they pass through our justice, health and income support systems is immense," said Mission
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.smh.com.au/news/National/Youth-unemployment-report-released/2006/11/23/1163871492816.html
Welfare voucher plan for addict parents
November 23, 2006
Welfare activists gave federal Community Services Minister Mal Brough a frosty reception as he outlined his plan to quarantine welfare payments from irresponsible parents.
Cabinet has agreed in principle to Mr Brough's plan to provide food and clothing vouchers to parents who might otherwise spend their welfare payments on drugs, alcohol and gambling.
Family and Community Services Minister Mal Brough unveiled the proposal in a speech to the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) national conference in Sydney today
For the rest of the article go to
Labor flags training for welfare payments
Stephanie Peatling
November 23, 2006
SOME welfare recipients could study TAFE or university courses instead of having to look for work if Labor wins the next federal election, the Opposition Leader will announce today.
It is the first part of the Opposition's welfare policy and is designed to address the skills shortage and help people on welfare find jobs that are more likely to lead to long-term careers.
"Training opportunities put the 'mutual' back into mutual obligation," a copy of the speech to be delivered by Kim Beazley to a social services conference says.
For the rest of the article go to
Welfare target missed
Patricia Karvelas
November 15, 2006
ONLY a quarter of the disabled people who were to be pushed into employment as a result of welfare reforms have been told they must find work.
Bureaucrats have confirmed that although about 8600 disabled people were expected to be put on unemployment benefit and told to look for a job in the first three months of the system, the number so far is just 2500.
Disabled people who are able to work a minimum of 15 hours a week no longer receive the more lucrative disability support pension.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20759702-2702,00.html
ACOSS launches Australia Fair campaign
November 13, 2006 - 8:19AM
The federal government should consider the impact of new legislation on Australia's disadvantaged, the country's leading welfare agency says.
The Australian Council of Social Services (ACOSS) has launched Australia Fair, an initiative designed to come up with new ways to make Australia fairer.
One way, said ACOSS Executive Director Andrew Johnson, was to ensure federal politicians considered the two million Australians estimated to be living in poverty.
"We're calling on the federal government, every time they're thinking of making a policy, every time a piece of legislation comes through to parliament (to) stop and think and say how this policy will affect people who are doing it tough," Mr Johnson said.
ACOSS also released a report based on surveys, interviews and community consultations with about 1,600 people showing 91 per cent think a "fair go for all Australians" is an important value.
Fifty per cent think Australia is getting fairer, 45 per cent think it is not and 77 per cent think the gap between rich and poor is widening.
The respondents agreed there were 10 essentials needed for a fairer Australia: fair education, health, welfare, environment, work, community, reconciliation, housing, services, rights and responsibilities.
For the rest of the article go to
International News:
Early transition planning eases the stress for students with disabilities
Advocates say the earlier students with disabilities begin planning for life after high school the better their chances of getting into a program that fits their needs and interests. One 18-year-old girl with mild autism has, with the help of a job coach from the Westchester (N.Y.) Arc, been plotting the career and education moves she needs to make to achieve her dream job as a lawyer with the U.S. Department Justice.
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.thejournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061122/NEWS01/611220346/1018/NEWS02
Columnist: Seven myths politicians say about schools
For the rest of the article go to
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/11/07/AR2006110700509.html
Conferences and Workshops:
INTERNATIONAL
23rd Annual
March 12-14, 2007
Sheraton Waikiki Hotel & Resort
Call for Papers and Registration Now Open
Building on the overwhelmingly positive outcomes of the 22nd Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities, we invite you to mark your calendar now and plan on joining us for the 23rd Annual Conference taking place March 12-13, 2007.
Please visit the website at http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu and click on the link for the Call for Papers for complete details.
Registration is also open and you can take advantage of Early Bird pricing by registering now. Visit the website at http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu and click on the link for Registration.
There are opportunities for you and your organization to Exhibit, Advertise, provide Sponsorship, and even donate to our annual Silent Auction. Check out the website at http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu for more details or contact us directly at prinfo@hawaii.edu or by phone at 808-956-7539
NATIONAL CONFERENCES
The Constraints to Full Employment Conference - fiscal policy, WorkChoices and job insecurity
December 7-8, 2006
The Centre of Full Employment and Equity (CofFEE) will host the Conference, which incorporates the 8th Path to Full Employment Conference and the 13th National Conference on Unemployment. It will be staged at the
Major themes for the Conference will be employment quality, underemployment and marginal workers.
For information about the conference and more details about the Call for Papers go to:
http://e1.newcastle.edu.au/coffee/conferences/2006/index.cfm
For information about CofFEE go to: http://e1.newcastle.edu.au/coffee/index.cfm
Autism Spectrum Disorders - When & Where
Royal Pines Resort - Gold Coast - 14th to 16th March 2007
The website can be found at
http://www.astmanagement.com.au/autism7/Details.htm
Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities National Conference
Submissions of abstracts are invited for the 2007 Round Table National Conference being held from Saturday 5th May to Tuesday 8th May 2007 at the Chifley Hotel,
If you are interested in presenting at the Conference you must submit an abstract of approximately 200 words by Friday, 2nd February 2007.
The conference Theme is "Print Disability: Developing Individual Lifestyles in a Technological Age."
Conference Aims
* To share information about the latest developments in research, and technology and its relationship to lifestyle choices;
* To promote the role of technology within the print disability sector;
* To showcase examples of best practice in the provision of access to technology by people with a print disability;
* To illustrate examples of improved service provision to people with print disabilities outside the traditional print disability sectors;
* To exchange ideas and enhance peer support networks;
* To think strategically about the future
The Round Table Web Site is http://www.e-bility.com/roundtable/ Follow the link under "National Conference"
To receive the Call for Papers in an alternative format or to obtain further information please contact the Conference Convenor Di Francis Tel +61 8 8223 6222 Fax +61 8 8223 7836 Email dfrancis@rsb.org.au
Doing It Better Learning Disabilities Forum
May 14th & 15th 2007,
Storey Hall at
All information can be accessed via www.latrobe.edu.au/equity/LDForum.htm and the registration form can be downloaded from this site.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Colleen Ray at C.Ray@latrobe.edu.au
Please join us - and pool our concerns, experiences and ideas for 'Doing it Better'!
Conference of Aus & NZ Educators of the Deaf ‘Down Under and Leading the World’
Hobart July 6-8 2007
Hosted by National Association of Australian Teachers of the Deaf (Inc)
To submit contact details & interest in participating contact Gwen Colloff, Conference Project Officer- gcolloff@aapt.net.au
For more Information, visit our website- www.anzced2007.com.au
ACT EVENTS
ACT Post School Options Expo - Pathways for Students with a Disability
Tuesday 23 May 2007 - Please mark your calendars
The aim of the Expo is to provide Year 9-12 students with a disability, their parents, carers and teachers with appropriate and timely information and advice about transition planning, further education, employment and community participation options that are available in the ACT post school. Information will include:
Please mark your calendars – more details to following in the coming months.
If you would like to be involved in planning the Expo, please contact: Liz Kinloch,
Disability Coordination Office – Canberra & region 6207-4900 dco@disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au
SA EVENTS
E-Accessibility Forum
Making information technologies equitable and accessible.
Friday 8th December, 9.30 am – 12.30pm
The Adelaide Town Hall – Old Methodist Meeting Hall, 25 Pirie Street
The theme for the 2006 UN International Day of Disabled Persons is E-Accessibility, recognising the importance of giving everyone online access to information. Inaccessible websites prevent people with disabilities access, services, education, training & learning opportunities, social networks, and business opportunities.
To help you make sure your Department or Organisation websites are accessible, you will need to know more about:
Guest Speakers
Graeme Innes, Human Rights Commissioner and Disability Discrimination Commissioner of Australia’s Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission will be the Keynote speaker on the day.
Bruce Maguire, Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission made legal history when he successfully sued the Sydney Olympic Organising Committee over its inaccessible website.
Who should attend?: Government and NGO Web Administrators/ Designers, Media & Communication staff, Information & Technology Officers, and Senior Managers .
Cost: $50 per person
For further information or advice, contact Maurice Corcoran on 846 36160/ maurice.corcoran@dfc.sa.gov.au or Helen Beavan on 822 66267/ helen.beavan@dfc.sa.gov.au
RSVPs are essential via email to Noel Williams at noel.williams@dfc.sa.gov.au no later than Friday 1st December 2006.
NSW EVENTS
ACROD NSW Annual Conference 2007: Disability Services ~ What’s Next??
19 – 20 February 2007, Novotel Brighton-Le Sands, Sydney
What will 2007 hold for the Disability Services Sector in NSW? And how can we as a vibrant, progressive industry thrive?
ACROD NSW is calling for abstracts from those wishing to present papers on conference themes. Abstracts, up to 500 words in length and in the approved format, must be submitted by 12 September 2006
Submissions / Enquiries:
Damien Anderson, Deputy Executive Officer, ACROD NSW Division
Phone: 02 9503 1602 Email: damien@acrodnsw.net
Locked Bag 535, Kingsgrove NSW 2208
Website: www.acrodnsw.net
New Resources:
myQuiz
myQuiz is a series of multimedia learning objects accessible from the myfuture website. The series has been developed to assist career practitioners engage young people in career development and planning. You play the myQuiz activities to help you learn about what you need to do when looking for a job or exploring your favourite career ideas.
http://www.myfuture.edu.au/articles/redirect.asp?articleID=2055
DVD: Beyond Expectations – Profiling People with a Disability in Employment
This pilot DVD was created by the TAFE NSW Disability Programs Unit and contains is a series of video profiles of people with a range of disabilities, who are making their mark in the workforce. It is available to view this online at:
https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/media/downloads/communityed/disabilityacces/beyondexpvideos/index.html
Australian Skills Vouchers Programme
06/11/2006 - http://www.vtevouchers.dest.gov.au/
The Australian Skills Vouchers Programme targets basic skills development and business skills training for eligible Australians.
Welfare to Work Changes - Centrelink Case Study Q & A
From the DEAN Professional Development Day Wednesday, 27th June, 2006.
http://www.anu.edu.au/disabilities/DEAN/deanpdday270906centrelinkqna.htm
Skills for the Future
23/10/2006 - http://www.dest.gov.au/skillsforthefuture
Thinking about your future? A range of programmes and incentives are now available to help you make the right choice for your career. Visit Skills for the Future for more information.
EDGE: Research Reports and Training Manuals
http://www.edge.org.au/mm10/mm10.htm
Training as Vehicle to Employment
In late December 2005 The Independent Living Institute together with seven other European Independent Living organizations were awarded a two-year project contract by the European Commission, Employment, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities Directorate General. We will work with government agencies in a dozen European countries to ensure that their trainee and internship programs are also open to qualified people with disabilities. To improve the chances of disabled youth in the labor market we plan to list training opportunities where disabled youth can gain valuable work experience and insight into the operations of top level agencies. The training opportunites will be published in the Study and Work for All database.
For more information go to http://www.independentliving.org/training/
ACE’s National Conference papers Perth, September 2006 are now available online.
The Main page for the ACE National Conference Papers can be found at http://www.acenational.org.au/library/public/conference_2006_perth.shtml
Deaf Studies Program
Griffith University announces its Deaf Studies Program: seven videos for resources and activities, curriculum, teachers’ guide, CD-ROM of activities.
Very useful for staff development programs; especially some of the videos. A MUST for every library! J PowerPoint presentation at: http://www.griffith.edu.au//centre/casd/ and follow the links.
Enquiries: Des Power, d.power@griffith.edu.au
Available from Deafness Resources Australia in Sydney: dra@aceinfo.net.au , 1800 555 201 (Voice), 1800 555 203 (TTY), (02) 9895 2972 (Fax)
Centrelink - 'Are you ill, injured or do you have a disability?' Booklet:
This booklet provides information about payments and services you may be able to get if you have an illness, injury or disability. It contains details about qualifications for each payment, how to claim payments from Centrelink as well as other services and programs that may help you.
Download 'Are you ill, injured or do you have a disability?' Booklet [32 pages, PDF: 1280KB] from http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/filestores/id001_0607/$file/id001_0607en.pdf
Download 'Are you ill, injured or do you have a disability?' Booklet [29 pages, RTF: 210KB] from http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/filestores/id001_0607/$file/id001_0607en.rtf
Centrelink Updated Publications
Tuesday, 31 October 2006
Recently updated Centrelink publications: click on a link below for more information:
ABSTUDY the guide http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/publications/st028.htm
Assistance for Isolated Children Brochure http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/publications/st008.htm
What is Family Assistance? Factsheet http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/multifilestores/mcfpr022_0607
Family Tax Benefit Part A Factsheet http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/multifilestores/mcfpr023_0607
Reducing the Risk of Overpayment Factsheet http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/multifilestores/mcfpr028_0607
Pensioner Education Supplement Brochure http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/publications/st004.htm
Less Paperwork for Employers Brochure http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/publications/co263.htm
Source: Centrelink
New Websites:
Disability Services OHS Website Goes Live
The nation’s first website dedicated to occupational health and safety in the disability services sector is now available online.
ACROD NSW, in partnership with WorkCover NSW and the NSW Department of Ageing Disability and Home Care (DADHC) developed the site as part of the year-long Disability Services Occupational Health and Safety Project (DSOP). The website can be found at http://www.acrodnsw.net/DSOP/index.html and associated Project Report at http://www.acrodnsw.net/DSOP/papers/DSOHSPreport2006.pdf
Dyslexia – How to Win:
The definitions of dyslexia are many and varied. Some experts spend much of their time arguing over the exact definition of “dyslexia” when what is important is being able to help kids who are failing or behind in literacy.
The label “Learning Difficulty” implies impairment or disability, whereas Dawn Matthews concludes that most dyslexic children and adults are, in fact, much more able than their peers in many aspects of learning and working. It is just that dyslexics are a minority within the education system and are so often forced to learn in the same way as the majority.
You can download Dawn Matthews’ books and information on related learning difficulties from her website:
http://www.dyslexia-testing.com.au
International Day for People with Disability Website launched
The Australian Government Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaCSIA) has responsibility for the promotion and awareness raising of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).
In previous years FaCSIA has provided funding to Nican to coordinate IDPwD promotion and activities. From 2006 FaCSIA decided to manage the promotion and awareness raising under a new arrangement. We would, however, like to take this opportunity to thank Nican for the work they have done in promoting IDPwD for the past 9 years.
A new website, at www.idpwd.com.au , has been launched to provide a dedicated site for IDPwD information. The site includes information for anyone looking to host an IDPwD event, trying to find out what IDPwD is all about or what events are being held in their local area.
The website incorporates background information on IDPwD and support resources for planning IDPwD events, as well as frequently asked questions and useful links for people looking for more disability information.
There is also an online registration function for event organisers, and a State by State Event Calendar so people wishing to participate in an IDPwD event can find out what’s on in their local area.
We would like to encourage you to visit the website and register your event/s. Once registered, you will be sent a free IDPwD 2006 promotional pack that includes balloons, stickers, button badges, wristbands and posters, to help you promote your event and celebrate on the day.
Please let your members know about the new website.
If you would like editorial for your newsletter or website, please contact Emily Leeder at emily.leeder@facsia.gov.au
Other enquiries may be directed to the general IDPwD email: idpwd@outsource.com.au
Career Advice Australia
23/10/2006 - http://www.connecttoyourfuture.dest.gov.au/
Career Advice Australia is an Australian Government initiative that provides a comprehensive national career development and transition support system for all young Australians aged 13 to 19 years.
New Apprenticeships Job Pathways Website
A new website has been launched to help people needing New Apprenticeships job and training information. From staff in New Apprenticeships Centres to employers, job candidates, students, parents and careers advisors in schools, all are able to quickly find potential New Apprenticeships job outcomes that include a sample of the training that could apply to the occupation.
The New Apprenticeships Job Pathways website (http://www.najobpathways.com.au/ ) is a DEST funded resource that has been developed from the popular New Apprenticeships Training Information Service website. Feedback from a variety of Vocational and Technical Education stakeholders has been part of this development.
Disability Initiatives information can be found at http://www.najobpathways.com.au/help_11.cfm?cfid=195688&cftoken=1bda896-d48e637f-c754-4ff9-91e0-264024d82484
For more information go to www.najobpathways.com.au , www.natinfo.com.au , or call the New Apprenticeships Training Information Service on 1800 338 022.
JobAccess — workplace solutions for people with disability
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations has developed and released JobAccess, a new one-stop information shop for all matters relating to the employment of people with disability.
JobAccess includes a comprehensive, easy to use web site and a free telephone information advice service that provides confidential and expert advice to:
The JobAccess website has step-by-step guides and checklists on recruitment, job searching, adjusting a workplace, employer incentives, understanding rights and responsibilities at work and much more. The web site also contains case studies and success stories as well as information on the full range of services and incentives available for people with disability and for current and potential employers.
In addition to providing ideas for workplace modifications and adjustments, the website provides secure online forms for the Workplace Modifications Scheme. For employers, the Scheme aims to make accommodating employees with disability in the workplace easier by paying the costs involved in modifying the workplace or purchasing special or adaptive equipment for eligible employees with disability.
For more information, visit JobAccess on the web at www.jobaccess.gov.au or contact the JobAccess Advisers by calling 1800 464 800
RDLO-DCO Resources http://www.adcet.edu.au/rdco
Low cost/no cost Adaptive Technology guide for people with disabilities
The low cost / no cost Adaptive Technology information pack was developed in conjunction with the Assistive Technology Forums held in
The resource can be downloaded from
http://www.adcet.edu.au/Uploads/Documents/OnlineLow_NoCostAT_Guide.doc
School to Post-School Transition Resources
http://www.adcet.edu.au/rdco/ViewFAQDetail.aspx?itemID=567 (Opens up a Word document with hyperlinks to resources).
Features information about a range of transition related resources currently in use in Australia. The majority of the resources listed here have been developed or are used by members of the national network of Regional Disability Liaison Officers and Disability Coordination Officers throughout
Transition: Supporting Students into Post-Secondary Education
http://www.adcet.edu.au/rdco/ViewFAQDetail.aspx?itemID=62
Students with disabilities in transition require everything that other students in transition need including.......
Learning Experiences of Students with a Learning Disability
http://www.adcet.edu.au/Uploads/Documents/disability-project-report.pdf [pdf: 295 kilobytes]
This study aims to increase awareness and understanding of the needs of The University of Nottingham students who have a disability. The project is a qualitative investigation using in-depth interviews, work 'shadowing', and video recordings of a 'day in the life of' a number of selected students. Interview and video data will be used (with student consent) to develop high quality, training materials for a variety of contexts.
The eighth annual review conducted by the Dusseldorp Skills Forum into Australian youth and their participation in learning and work
The eighth annual review conducted by the Dusseldorp Skills Forum into Australian youth and their participation in learning and work reveals that young people who leave school without completing Year 12 continue to be at risk in making successful transitions from school to work.
Key findings from the report, How Young People are Faring 2006 include:
The full report, How Young People are Faring 2006, as well as HYPAF At a Glance, a document outlining key findings, can be downloaded from http://www.dsf.org.au/hypaf.html http://www.dsf.org.au/
Research Reports
Increasing the Participation of People with Disabilities in Apprenticeships. - can be downloaded from http://www.edge.org.au/pdfs/Report_1.pdf
Key Success Factors in Placing and Supporting New Apprentices with Disabilities Through Group Training: Findings Of A National Study. - can be downloaded from http://www.edge.org.au/pdfs/Report_2.pdf
The Department of Education, Science and Training 2005-2006 Annual Report
The 2005-2006 Annual Report for the Department of Education, Science and Training was tabled in Parliament on 31 October 2006. The report contains information about the role of the department, our performance, corporate governance arrangements and management accountability framework.
Calls for Expressions of Interest and Input:
Call for disability journal articles/material
ANSWD is revamping/updating its website.
One of the new features of the website will be an online library. Ideally this will become a useful tool both for students and academics in disability studies. ANSWD is asking everyone who has published in journals or online - to add your work to this online library. You can forward pdfs, ms word documents, power point presentations - or simply links to valuable resources at other websites to craig.andrews@pdcnsw.org.au
http://www.cdds.med.usyd.edu.au/dco/Scholarships.htm
Supporting people with disabilities
What: Sir Charles Bright Scholarships
For whom: Students with any disability living in SA and undertaking post secondary education in 2007
Value: $1000
Additional ‘Scholarships: SA Government sponsoring 3 scholarships in 2007 for students undertaking University study
Applications forms Available from 1 August 2007 and closing on 24 December 2006.
Where from: Rosemary Penn – email rosemarypenn@aandr.com.au OR Student Counsellors (or equivalent) at High Schools, TAFESSA campuses, Universities
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Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the individual authors and not necessarily those of the DCO for Northern, Central and Southern Sydney; The Centre for Developmental Disability Studies or The Australian Government Department of Education, Science and Training.
The information contained in this newsletter is accurate to the best of our knowledge and No responsibility is taken for its accuracy.
The Disability News Archive can be found at http://www.cdds.med.usyd.edu.au/dco/newsletter/
The Regional Disability Liaison Officers and Disability Coordination Officers programmes are funded by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Science and Training.
No 20, Vol 2
Compiled by Timothy Hart the DCO for Northern, Central and Southern Sydney
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