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Wings for Life World Run Event

Monash Sport is hosting a global run event on Sunday 7th May 2023 – the Wings for Life World Run Event.

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants.

Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car.

Now in its ninth year, on May 7, 2023 Wings for Life World Run participants in Australia can also run together in Melbourne.

• Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you, of course!
• The race starts at exactly 2023-05-07 21:00:00.
• The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught.
• 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

See the website for further event details.

The event supports spinal cord research and 100% of entry fees go to spinal cord research.

This is a global event that commences at the same time across the world and the event details are listed below:

• Date: Sunday 7 May
• Start time: 9.00pm
• Location: Monash Sport Tan Track, 42 Scenic blvd, Monash University Clayton Campus
• Expected event finish time: Runners will complete the race at various times, the latest is expected to be approximately 1.00am * The finish time of the event is dependent on how long it takes for the virtual “catcher car” to overtake the last participant.

There will be the following event elements for participants and spectators to enjoy:

• DJ & MC near Monash Sport main building.
• Food Truck (coffee & toasties)
• Sponsor stalls (e.g. Red Bull)

Last-minute Professional Mentoring Opportunities Available in Victoria!

AND are excited to share with you that they have a few last-minute mentoring opportunities who those located in Victoria this Autumn!

If you are interested in connecting with a professional mentor right away, apply for PACE Mentoring Autumn 2023 now.

• Submit an application by Friday, 14th April 2023!

Are you looking for career guidance, building disability confidence and employability skills? Don’t miss the chance – apply now and start building your network and prepare for an exciting career path ahead!

What is PACE Mentoring Program?

When you sign up for AND’s PACE Mentoring program, they’ll connect you with a mentor from one of their member organisations who has advice and wisdom to share.

They’ll find the right mentor for you, based on your location, the industry you’re looking to work in, your goals and other factors.

The 4-months program is a great opportunity to:

• Build confidence
• Develop employability skills
• Practice interview skills
• Network with other professionals
• Visiting worksites
• Learn some top tips to get a head start on your career
• Experience professional and personal development

Anyone 18 years old or over with any type of disability, mental health condition or chronic illness is eligible for the PACE Mentoring Program.

Find out more about disability types here.

Find out more about the PACE Mentoring Program on our website here.

Apply here for the one-on-one mentorship

Participating Organisations

Mentors from the following organisations will be participating in PACE Autumn 2023:

• ANZ Bank
• AGL
• Arup
• Australian Federal Police
• Australian Financial Security Authority
• Australian Public Service Commission
• Aware Super
• Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
• BNP Paribas
• Coles
• Dentons
• Geoscience Australia
• Hanes Australasia
• HCF
• Infosys
• IP Australia
• Laing O’Rourke
• Landcom
• McMillan Shakespeare Group
• MEGT (Australia) Ltd
• National Australia Bank
• NBN Co.
• Parliament of Victoria
• Pfizer Australia
• QBE
• Rabobank Australia
• RMIT University
• Sparke Helmore
• Victorian Government
• University of Sydney

Locations

This round, mentors are participating in: Adelaide, Bendigo, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.

There will also be virtual mentoring options for regional students and jobseekers.

How do I apply?

Submit an online application form here by midnight 14th April 2023 (Friday).

Applied for a Previous Round of PACE Mentoring?

There is no limitation on how many times you can apply or participate in the program if you still meet the criteria, and we can copy your previous application over if you reach out to us at applications@and.org.au.

• Find out more about the PACE Mentoring Program on AND’s website here.

Applications for Policy Futures Graduate Program 2024 extended!

We wanted to let you know that the Policy Futures Graduate Program application closing date has been extended to Tuesday 11 April 2023.

• This program is open to graduates from all degrees and disciplines who have graduated or will graduate between 1 January 2022 and 1 February 2024. 

Further detailed information can be found on the website, Policy Futures graduate program | Employment and jobs | Queensland Government (www.qld.gov.au).

*If you would like more information about the program please contact the team via email at policyfuturesgraduaterecruitment@premiers.qld.gov.

Last Chance to Complete an Online Survey for the Review of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport

You have until 11.59pm AEST, 7 April 2023 to complete a short online survey to have your say as part of the review.

• If you are a person with disability, a carer or a support worker, click here to complete the survey.
• If you are a public transport operator or provider, click here to complete the survey.
• It will take between 15 and 20 minutes to complete the survey, depending on the length of your written responses.

Further information about the Review is available at www.infrastructure.gov.au/transport-standards-review.

Applications for the 2024 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) Graduate Program are Open!

About DFAT

• DFAT works with international partners and other countries to tackle global challenges, increase trade and investment opportunities, protect international rules, keep our region stable and help Australians overseas.
• DFAT manages Australia’s international presence – a network of over 120 embassies, high commissions, consulates-general and representative offices across five continents – and we have over 6,000 staff located in Australia and overseas.
• DFAT’s 12 month graduate program offers participants the opportunity to learn new skills, be part of experienced and motivated teams, and do meaningful work that promotes and protects Australia’s international interests.

Each they select a mix of graduates from all different types of degrees and their program has two streams:

• Policy – Policy graduates work in areas including: public diplomacy, international trade negotiations, investment and economic analysis, humanitarian assistance, development and aid program management, international security etc.
• Corporate – Corporate graduates specialise in roles such as: human resources, finance, legal, communications, data, digital and STEM.
• Austrade is also offering a Trade and Investment stream

The aim is to build a workforce that represents the community we serve.

Therefore, they have advertised Affirmative Measures (Disability) positions and offer reasonable adjustments under the Recruitability Scheme to support applicants living with disability to participate in the assessment process.

Successful candidates who are offered positions with the department will continue to receive this support in the workplace and they have a number of Disability inclusion strategies as well as the DFAT Disability Network to connect with others and advocate to the department on disability issues.

You Are Encouraged to Apply for the 2024 DFAT and Austrade Graduate Program

• Students have until 10 April 2023 to apply, and extensions will be considered on a case by case basis.
• Students are welcome to follow these links to find out more about:

Diversity and Inclusion at DFAT

2024 DFAT and Austrade Graduate Program – Affirmative Measures (Disability)

2024 DFAT and Austrade Graduate Program