Australian Disability is an organisation that exists to create a more equitable Australian society for people with disabilities through the production of podcasts, news and platforms to increase awareness of current issues facing the disability community.
Founded in 2012 on the principle that discrimination, stigma and the culture towards disability has to changed and owned by people living with the daily effects, both positive and negative, of disability.
Through an authentic conversation about disability affair, is it possible to create a dialogue to enable the creation of change against the backdrop of discrimination and intolerance given an avenue to a better, accessible, and more inclusive society
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Aims and Purpose:
To support the development of new technologies that improve the quality of life and the independence of persons living with a disability
To provide persons with a disability with a forum through which they can express their views on government policies and other matters of relevance to their disability
To support and enable fair and unbiased media representation of disability-related issues, through the development of news and original content
To provide community-wide education on disability-related issues so as to reduce the instances of discrimination suffered by persons with a disability
To establish an online community that encourages greater interaction between disabled and able-bodied people
To promote the concept of ‘disability’ as a strong, healthy form of identity.
Our Values
As an organisation in its infancy and the changes at the societal level, with the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme but the cessation of a dedicated Disability Discrimination Commissioner, it seems as if we are at the crossroads in this phase of our civil rights movement.
Sadly there is a looming divide based on pure economics, in the era where being "disabled" is a dichotomy between binge on welfare or being an objectified motif (symbol) of inspiration porn.
We the disabled now have the vehicle to reclaim and remould the narrative of the "disability" identity, as articulated by Graeme Innes AM, chair, Attitude Foundation Limited.
Community Relief Fund
Our Services and Programs
"We are not victims or heroes but agents of our own destiny"
Graeme Innes AM, chair, Attitude Foundation Limited
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What is Australian Disability Ltd?Australian Disability Ltd is a charitable organization dedicated to fairness, dignity, and equality for people with disabilities, enabling their full participation in Australian society.
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Who runs Australian Disability Ltd?Australian Disability Ltd is run by a voluntary board primarily composed of people with disabilities. We believe in proportional representation, aiming for a board that reflects the diverse lived experiences within the Australian Disability Community. We also include voices of carers, families, friends, and those with experience in the not-for-profit sector.
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Are you finding it hard to access physical books because of a disability?Our Audio Book Library offers accessible and alternate format resources for individuals with vision impairments or motor skill challenges, ensuring equitable access to information.
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Are you curious about other disabilities and eager to learn more?Australian Disapedia is a publicly editable disability encyclopedia. It serves as a community resource to inform, educate, and act as a knowledge base on disability history, culture, arts, and media from the social model of disability.
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Is navigating the built environment challenging due to using a walker, wheelchair, or mobility scooter?MapAble is an Australian-made online map powered by Google, showcasing wheelchair-accessible locations. It uses local legislation and user ratings to evaluate accessibility standards in Australia and globally. Accessible via web, mobile, and Android Auto in power wheelchairs with Bluetooth/Geo-location check-in.
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Would you like to join our new social group?Australian Disability exists to create a more equitable Australian society for people with disabilities through the production of online media and platforms to increase the visibility of issues facing the disability community. We are looking to form a social support group for people with disabilities. Meetings would be located in between the Northern Beaches and North Shore of Sydney. *** You are not required to enter any information you do not wish to share. This form is to gather Expressions of Interests for prospective participants. If you are interested in participating please provide at least your name and the best method of contacting you. This information will not be shared with anyone outside the organisation. *** https://us20.list-manage.com/survey?u=49d411f12ef1d2b3034bc8aeb&id=eb936a7bfc&attribution=false
Become a Member of Australian Disability Ltd:
Australian Disability Media
Our media division is all about providing opportunities for the fair & equal representation of people with disabilities.
Australian Disability Care and Support
Our care and support division aims to bring about Fairness, Dignity and Equality to all people with disabilities who seek it.
Australian Disability Community Development
Our community development division seeks to understand the factors which binds together the Australian Disability Community and seeks to strengthen those ties.
Australian Disability Activism and Outreach
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Meet The Team
Jonathan
Shar
David
Daoud
