Designed to describe images to people who are blind or low vision, image descriptions can also help people using language translation in social media. Here’s how.
Designed to describe images to people who are blind or low vision, image descriptions can also help people using language translation in social media. Here’s how.
Brush up on what the NDIS Code of Conduct sets out for providers and workers – and find out what we’re doing at My Plan Manager to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of people with disability – by reading on.
Our founder, Claire Wittwer-Smith, knows the NDIS inside and out. That’s why we asked her about the latest NDIS review, what it means for participants, and why you should get involved.
We explain how to help protect yourself from fraud, and what you can do if you suspect someone’s doing the wrong thing with your NDIS funds.
In its role as a global children’s charity, UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, has developed the Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS) as a roadmap to removing barriers for children living with disabilities.
A further $2 million in Commonwealth funding has been committed to progress the National Autism Strategy.
A recent inquiry by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission) investigated more than 7000 reportable incidents and complaints made across a four-year period from residents living in supported accommodation across Australia.
Nina lives in Essex in the United Kingdom with her partner and four sons. She’s a mentor, tattoo enthusiast, and influencer and describes herself as ‘The Wheel Housewife of Essex’ and ‘The Disabled Step-Mum you never knew you needed’. Born with spina bifida, Nina started using mobility aids as an adult – first a walking stick, and then a wheelchair – which she says gives insight into people’s changing perceptions of her and her ability.
In each edition, we’re shining a light on a disability influencer who’s definitely worth a follow! Meet Hannah Diviney, a writer, editor and self-described professional daydreamer.
Hannah’s writing has been published in the New York Times and the Washington Post, and showcased on the BBC. She’s now in the process of writing a book, and she’s also scheduled to appear in the SBS TV show Latecomers.
