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Unlock Your Career Potential: Apply for Our Spring Mentoring Program!

Be Coached, Connected and Grow in your Career Journey

• Applications for the Australian Disability Network’s Spring intake of their Career Mentoring Program are now open!

This free, national program matches people with disabilities with experienced professionals from leading Australian organisations.

The Spring cohort runs from August to December 2025.

You are eligible if you:

• Are 18 years old or above
• Have any types of disability, mental health condition or chronic illness
• Can commit to the program from August to December 2025

SUBMIT A MENTEE APPLICATION HERE!

How Does it Work?

Mentors and mentees meet six to eight times over four months to set goals, discuss experiences, and explore career pathways.

This Program Offers:

• Personalised Mentorship: One-on-one guidance tailored to your career goals.
• Skill Development: Enhance your professional skills with targeted advice and practical tips.
• Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network and connect with mentors and fellow mentees.
• Career Advancement: Gain insights and strategies to navigate your career path and achieve your professional aspirations.
• Long-term Impact: Build lasting relationships with your mentor that can continue to support your career development even after the program ends.

Join Our Information Sessions

Learn more about the program and application process in our information sessions:

• Session 1: Thursday, 22 May 2025 at 2 – 3pm (AEST). RSVP via the link here
• Session 2: Wednesday, 11 June 2025 at 2 – 3pm (AEST). RSVP via the link here
• Session 3: Monday, 30 June 2025 at 2 – 3pm (AEST). RSVP via the link here

Register now to secure your spot!

• View session details here.

How to Apply

Submit your application via Mentorloop.

Applications close at midnight on Monday, 30 June 2025.

• Previous applicants before 2025: Create a Mentorloop account and complete an application form.
• Existing Mentorloop users: Message the Program Coordinator via Mentorloop saying that you are ‘interested in participating in the Spring 2025 intake’. So we can consider you in our next matching process.

SUBMIT A MENTEE APPLICATION HERE!

Frequently Asked Questions

• Visit our website and the Frequently Asked Questions here or contact our Programs Team at Applications@AusDN.org.au or call 02 8270 9200.

Student Sponsorship to ADCET UDL Symposium 2025

ADCET is offering 10 student sponsorships for the 2025 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Symposium:

• 5 in-person registrations for Sydney-based students
• 5 online registrations for students nationwide

Interested students should apply by Friday, May 30 2025, by submitting a brief statement that includes:

• Their interest in Universal Design for Learning
• Current program of study
• Preferred attendance format (in-person or online)

For further information and the application process, please direct students to:

Student Invitation: 2025 Universal Design for Learning Symposium

Exciting National Careers & Volunteer Week Events!

Design Your Career

• 15 May, 1:30 – 2:30pm, Clayton campus

In celebration of National Careers Week, this interactive session draws on insights from the Stanford Life Design Lab.

Students will explore tools, strategies, and design thinking principles to help them plan their career pathways with creativity and confidence.

Volunteer Your Way to Career Success

• 19 May, 12 – 1pm, Online Webinar

To celebrate National Volunteer Week, this panel event features student volunteers and industry professionals sharing how volunteering can boost employability, build networks, and unlock new opportunities.

• Check the Career Connect Upcoming Events page and register for the events on UniHub.

MATT Showcase: an Open Invitation

Alex Wilson is head of outreach at the Monash Assistive Technology Team, a student team focusing on creating assistive technology solutions for underserved communities.

Alex and his team are excited to announce their MATT Showcase event coming up next Tuesday the 6th of May from 12-2pm in the Building 63 Collaboration Space, Monash Clayton campus.

This event focuses on showcasing all of the wonderful work that their projects teams have been putting in, and they would really value your attendance!

MATT Showcase – Come and See Our Projects!

• Time: 12-2pm
• Date: 6th of May
• Location: Building 63, Collaboration Space

Come by for a visit as we showcase all the work the team has put into our projects!

*For more information check out their website!

Empowering Students with Disabilities Careers Event with GradWISE

Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey?

Join us for an inspiring and practical workshop designed to empower students with disabilities as they navigate the workforce. This event is packed with valuable insights, resources, and real-world advice to help you thrive in your career, no matter the challenges you may face.

You’ll hear firsthand from a panel of graduates with disabilities, who will share their personal experiences, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the strategies that helped them succeed in the workplace.

Their stories will inspire you with actionable tips for tackling challenges and achieving your professional goals.

Technology Demonstrations

The event also features technology demos showcasing the latest assistive tools that can make a real difference in your day-to-day work life,  like screen readers, ergonomic equipment, and other innovative solutions.

In addition, we’ll cover key topics like requesting workplace accommodations, inclusive communication strategies, and building confidence as you advocate for your needs.

It’s also a great chance to connect with allies who want to learn how they can support you and help create more inclusive, accessible workplaces.

Whether you’re just starting to think about your career or are already making strides, this event will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

• Don’t miss out on the opportunity to unlock your potential and shape the career you deserve!

Here is the sign-up link for the event: https://forms.gle/tryNQ11CokAAMabB6

Monash Career Connect, GradWISE and Australian Disability Network Information Session

Are you ready to find out how to advance your future career?

You’re invited to come along to our Monash Career Connect, GradWISE, and Australian Disability Network Information Session.

The information session for students with disability will be held:

• 11:45 to 13:15
• Thursday March 27, 2025
• Room 1167 Seminar Room, Level 1, Western Annexe, 21 Chancellors Walk, Clayton Campus – Upstairs in the Clayton Campus Centre
• (Please RSVP by Tuesday March 25 for catering purposes)

The Australian Disability Network (AusDN) will provide information on the PACE mentoring program and the Stepping into internship program.

GradWISE has been developed in conjunction with Australian Universities to provide support and improve employment opportunities for students living with a disability, illness or injury.

GradWISE is designed to complement the existing supports provided by Monash to give you a customised coaching program in a one-to-one setting. Their aim is to give you the skills and experience you need to find the perfect graduate role.

They work with you, and their pool of employers, to make the perfect match and provide all the support you need before and during your employment for as long as you need it.

Come to the Information Session to Find Out More!

Monash Career Connect will also be providing an information session outlining the supports already available to Monash students to maximise graduate employment opportunities.

What workshops are available? How can you benefit?

Come along and find out!

We’re really looking forward to the event and hope to see you there!

BAP’s Professional Pathways for Students with Disabilities Event

Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an international honour society for high-achieving students in accounting, finance, and business information systems.

Founded in 1919, BAP promotes academic excellence, professional development, ethical leadership, and community service.

With over 300 chapters worldwide, it provides members with networking opportunities, skill-building workshops, and access to top employers, helping them advance their careers in business and finance.

In 2025, BAP’s Monash chapter is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community where all Monash University students—regardless of background, ability, or experience—feel empowered to excel in their career.

Through meaningful professional development, networking opportunities, and community engagement, we strive to create an environment that promotes accessibility, collaboration, and integration for every student.

The BAP Monash team aims to organise an event tailored to meet the specific needs and interests of students with disabilities.

• To register your interest in this event, contact: Shafneen Rahman, BAP Events Director 2025; email: srah0035@student.monash.edu

PACE Career Mentoring Program Information session

Apply early to unlock your potential with Career Mentoring!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey?

AusDN’s PACE Career Mentoring Program is here to support and empower you to achieve your professional goals. See below the list of participating organisations!

To find out more about PACE Career Mentoring Program, join the information session #3 on Monday, 24 February 2025 at 2 – 3pm (AEDT). RSVP via the link here.

How to Apply

Applying is easy! Sign up and submit an application via the link here by midnight of Sunday, 16th March 2025.

*Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your potential and achieve your career goals.

• Are you a previous applicant? You are also required to sign up and complete an application form through the Mentorloop platform. You are welcomed back to the program.

Announcing Participating Organisations!

AusDN are proudly announcing that mentors from the following organisations will be participating in this Autumn 2025 cohort:

• AGL
• Alstom Transport Australia Pty Limited
• ANZ Banking Group Ltd (Aust)
• Australian Federal Police
• Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited
• Coles Group Limited
• Department of Industry, Science and Resources*
• Digital Transformation Agency
• Hanes Australasia Pty Ltd
• Legal Aid Commission of NSW
• Sydney Water

(*First time participating in the program)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Check out our website and the Frequently Asked Questions here for more information.

You can also reach out directly to our Programs Team: Applications@AusDN.org.au or phone 02 8270 92003.

Student-led Networking Event: Academic & Accessible Communication for All

Access to communication is key to the success of both educators and students in teaching and learning environments.

Join a Week-0 networking event where both staff and fellow students will demonstrate how academic communication can become more accessible.

• This event may especially benefit students who need communication or language support in English.

Event Highlights

• What is a meaning-bearing, non -linguistic sign in cross-cultural contexts and what it may mean for spatio-visual learners
• What tech options are available for neurodivergent learners and how Moodle as a communication platform can be more accessible
• How to use ChatGPT more wisely when you face academic communication barriers
• Meet new friends who may have similar communication support needs

Guest Speakers

Dr Howie Manns (Arts) – How much can we read in a sign?

In this small informal talk, Howie is going to share a few examples of visual sign communication across cultures and its potential benefits for visual-spatial and ideographic learners.

Ms Brooke Tahir (Science) – C-pen, readers, and Moodle for neurodivergent learners

Brooke works as a Learning Designer and Academic in the Faculty of Science. She is a proud GunaiKunai woman from East Gippsland, a mother of two lovely children, and a passionate advocate for disability rights and inclusion across Monash.

In her talk, Brooke will share how she uses Assistive Technology to help her read better and how she is redesigning Moodle to make it more accessible for all students in her faculty.

Ms Jing Hu (PhD candidate) – GenAI from a disabled student’s perspective: Where’s that thin red line?

Jing is a PhD candidate in the Faculty of Arts and the HDR Student Representative of Monash Assistive Technology and Society Centre.

Her research project is AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) and its applications in tertiary contexts. Self-taught all her way from preschool to postgraduate levels with cerebral palsy, she feels very strongly about education justice and accessibility for all learners.

In her talk, Jing will share her own experiences of using Generative AI for studies in a foreign language – while toeing the line!

These talks will be followed by Q&A and networking.

• When: Thursday, 27 February, 12-1pm (Registration starts at 11:45am)
• Where: Seminar Room, Campus Centre (Level 1, Campus Community Division – West Wing)

This is a great opportunity to enhance your learning experience at Monash. Bring your questions and experiences to share!

Registration: https://events.humanitix.com/aac-for-all

IMPORTANT: Light snacks and soft drinks will be provided. All the presentations will be transcribed automatically. If you request Auslan interpreting or other accessibility considerations for this event, please contact event organiser Jing Hu at jing.hu@monash.edu

Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities Inc.

You are welcome to participate in the 2025 Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities annual conference!

This premier event brings together experts, innovators, and advocates dedicated to improving information accessibility for all.

• Don’t miss out—early-bird registrations are open, offering discounts for those who register by 28 February 2025.

Around the conference theme “Access Unlocked: Innovating for Information Equity”, presenters will explore the dynamics between legislative changes, technological progress, and advocacy efforts that collectively enhance information equity.

Information Equity and Social Justice

The 2025 conference is dedicated to deepening the understanding of information equity as an essential element of social justice. It emphasises the critical need for cross-sector collaboration to overcome the obstacles faced by individuals with print disability and to pave the way for a society where inclusive participation is the norm.

• Visit the website at 2025 Round Table conference to view the full agenda, speaker lineup, and registration details.

Don’t Miss These Keynote Speakers

• Maryanne Diamond, OA, The Road to Marrakesh – History and Relevance of the treaty.
• Carly Iles and Jonathan Craig, V2020A – 25 years of collaboration.
• Professor Gerard Goggin, Disability & Digital Citizenship: Australian Consumers & Citizens with Disability Navigating Digital Society.

And our confirmed Feature speakers:

• Dr Emily White, Accessing the expertise of teachers and people with lived experience to drive innovation in braille literacy assessment and teaching.
• Sonali Marathe, Transforming Access: A Decade of Progress, and What’s Next in Information Accessibility.
• Neil Jarvis and Andrea Arch, Digital Accessibility under the DDA in 2025

Dates

• Australian Braille Authority (ABA) Annual Meeting – Saturday, 24 May 2025.
• Conference Proper – Sunday, 25 May to Tuesday, 27 May 2025.

Registrations

• Early Bird Registrations are open and close on Friday, 28 February 2025

To register please complete the on-line delegate registration form, also accessible via the link on the 2025 Round Table conference page of the Round Table website.

Take advantage of the early-bird registration, available until Friday, 28 February 2025. After this date, standard registration fees will apply.

Conference Updates

Conference updates will be posted to the 2025 conference page on the Round Table website and Round Table mailing list.

The Tammy Axelsen Lifetime Achievement Award

This is a reminder that nominations for this annual award are open. The nomination form and further details can be found on our website by following this link: Tammy Axelsen Lifetime Achievement Award