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Public Consultation for the Review of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport is Now Open!

Complete an online survey by 7 April 2023 – have your say on the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport.

You can now 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.

The survey will be open until 11.59pm AEST, 7 April 2023.

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

Monash User Study on Accessible Floorplans

• Are you colour blind, have dyslexia, low vision, or are a wheelchair user?
• Do you visit public spaces such as train stations, hospitals, and shopping centres?

We would like to hear about your experience in visiting these complex public spaces and how you pre-plan the trip eg: floor plans?

If this applies to you, and you are interested in providing your feedback, we would appreciate 15-20 mins of your valuable time to be spent on answering this online survey for our research project titled: ‘Developing Adaptive Graphics (SVG) for Disabled Users‘.

The next step would be for you to be available for 30-45 minutes so we can talk to you about your experiences in using the floorplans and get feedback on a web based floorplan we’ve developed.

• We offer a $20 gift card as a show of our appreciation to participants in this project

If you are interested, please contact these Monash University researchers:

• Mr Yutan Huang (yutan.huang@monash.edu) or
• Dr Anuradha Madugalla (anu.madugalla@monash.edu)

MGA Competition for Graduate Students with a Disability

Ability Fest is Australia’s first all-accessible music festival with some great acts on their line-up this year.

• Enter now to win x2 General Admission tickets to Ability Fest for you and a friend!

Ability Fest is all about the music, but has the added bonus of being one of the most inclusive events in the country.

Everyone can enjoy the universal love of live music!

Find out more about Ability Fest here.

This year’s festival takes place on Saturday, 25 March, 2023 from 12.00pm at Birrarung Marr in the Melbourne CBD.

It will host some of the biggest names in Australian music including Hilltop Hoods, Sampa the Great, Meg Mac and YO! MAFIA.

Accessibility features include:

• elevated platforms
• pathways
• dedicated sensory areas
• quiet zones
• companion ticketing
• ramps
• friendly volunteers
• Auslan interpreters
• accessible toilets and more.

We think this awesome festival needs one more person… and maybe it’s you!

But we’re not just going to send you alone.

We have TWO General Admission tickets to Ability Fest for you and your mate!

• Competition opens: Wednesday, 8 March 2023 @ 12:00pm
• Competition closes: Friday, 17 March 2023 @ 12:00pm
• Winners will be selected by an online random name picker and notified via email by Monday, 20 March 2023.
• They will also be announced via MGA social media.

ENTER HERE!

To be in the running for this amazing prize, all you have to do is:

1. Be over 18 years of age.
2. Be enrolled in a graduate degree at Monash University Australia (Grad dip, Grad Cert, Masters or PhD). We will require confirmation of enrolment in a graduate degree.
3. Identify as student with a disability or a chronic illness.
4. Submit your entry before 12:00pm on Friday, 17 March 2023 using one of the methods listed below:

• Complete the online Google form and send here.
• Pre-record yourself answering the following questions and email your video to mga@monash.edu.
• Your name / Student ID / Degree / Faculty / Do you identify as living with a disability or chronic illness? / Are you registered with the Monash Disability Support Services (DSS)?
• Arrange a time for a phone or video call application by emailing mga@monash.edu with ‘Ability Fest’ in the subject heading.
• To read the Terms and Conditions click here.

New Workshop Series: Let’s Talk Assessment

Student Academic Success is excited to invite you to their new series of workshops to help you succeed in your assessments at Monash.

Each workshop is based on a fundamental assessment skill or a particular type of assessment that you may encounter in your studies at Monash.

They take you through key features, characteristics and effective ways to approach them.

Decoding your first assessment (15 March)

Stuck trying to make a start?

An understanding of assessment task requirements, and what they are asking you to do, is essential for academic success.

This workshop provides hands-on strategies to address assessment tasks.

Register here for the online workshop

Structuring your writing (16 March)

Trying to improve your structure and flow?

Paragraphs are the building blocks for your assessments.

This workshop will help you to structure your paragraphs and to convey your ideas more clearly and logically.

Register here for the online workshop

How to write excellent essays (20 & 21 March)

Having trouble with essays?

Get practical tips to plan and write essays, hone your academic English skills and adapt your academic style and writing for the essay type.

Book into the workshop for argumentative essays, reflective essays, or come to both!

Register here for the online workshop

Present with impact (29 March)

Getting ready for a presentation?

Attend this workshop to get top tips for delivering engaging and impactful oral presentations.

You will learn key presentation skills, such as planning and structuring, as well as language strategies.

Register here for the online workshop

How to write an excellent report (30 March)

Writing a report?

Learn about the unique features of reports including typical report structure, balancing description and analysis, communicating your position and persuading your audience while using tables, figures, and graphs effectively.

Register here for the online workshop

How to write a literature review (3 April)

Not sure where to begin with a lit review?

Understand the unique features of reviews and the main processes involved in completing this common assessment task.

Learn key strategies to use when planning, reading for and writing up your review.

Register here for the online workshop

The secrets of successful teamwork (5 April)

Ready to ace groupwork?

Working in a team is a crucial part of university assessment.

Learn effective teamwork strategies for planning, goal setting, key interpersonal and communication skills, active listening, and team dynamics.

Register here for the online workshop

STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESS: HERE TO HELP YOU SUCCEED!

• Book in with one of our learning advisers for a one-on-one consultation over Zoom to receive personalised learning and academic language support.
• Access study advice and online resources.
• Register for workshops to help you develop your academic learning and language skills.
• Get feedback on your academic language.

Stepping Into Internship Winter Applications Open & PACE Mentoring Deadline Extended

Announcing Applications Open for Stepping Into Winter 2023 Cohort

Update: PACE Mentoring Application deadline has been extended until midnight on Sunday the 12th of March 2023.

Announcing Stepping Into Winter Season 2023:

Calling all students and graduates with disability! AND are pleased to announce that Stepping Into Internship program is now taking applications.

Learn more about Stepping Into Internship program:

• Gain paid and valuable career-relevant work experience
• Learn on the job
• Grow your knowledge of your chosen industry
• Develop networking and soft skills
• Support provided throughout the program

Come along to AND’s FREE information session next Thursday, 16 March at 2pm (AEDT), more info below.

Register your interest to join the Zoom session. See you there!

Submit an application form before midnight on Sunday 2nd of April.

What is Stepping Into Internship program?

About the Stepping Into Internship Program

Internships will run between 4 and 8 weeks and comprise of 152 hours in total (with the opportunity for flexible work hours to manage your disability or other commitments).

Are You Eligible?

• Stage of study: final or second last year university students (undergraduate or postgraduate degrees) and graduates up to 36 months
• Discipline of study: All are encouraged to apply
• Citizenship status: Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or international student with full working rights in Australia
• Location: Open to students located in metro and regional areas across Australia
• We welcome previous Stepping Into applicants to re-apply for the program!

AND accepts applications from students with all types of disability including, but not limited to: physical disability, mental health conditions, sensory impairments and immunological conditions. Find out more about disability types here.

How Do You Apply?

Read the details on AND’s information page for students and complete their online application form here by 1st of April 2023.

Already Applied Previously?

There is no limitation on how many times you can apply or participate in the program if you still meet the criteria.

AND are happy to reconsider previous applicants of the Stepping Into program.

Contact them on 1300 36 36 45 or email applications@and.org.au to request your previous application be copied.

Please review the positions available and submit at least three position preferences to applications@and.org.au.

Find out more about the Stepping Into Program on AND’s website here.

Last Chance to Apply for PACE Mentoring

PACE Mentoring Application deadline has been extended.

You now have until midnight on Sunday the 12th of March 2023 to submit your application.

Here is your final chance to be connected with a mentor this Autumn!

Among AND’s new participating member organisations are:

• ANZ Bank
• AGL
• Australian Federal Police
• Australian Financial Security Authority
• Coles
• Hanes Australasia
• Infosys
• National Australia Bank
• Pfizer Australia
• RMIT University
• Victorian Government
• University of Sydney and more!

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.

Eligibility

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

How do I apply?

Submit an online application form here by midnight 2 April 2023 (Sunday).

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 AND can copy your previous application over if you reach out to them at applications@and.org.au.

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

Join AND’s Information Sessions

Want to learn more about the program and if you’re eligible?

In the session, AND will discuss:

• how the program works
• how to prepare for an interview
• discussing workplace adjustments
• office etiquette
• what to expect from the program and answer any questions you have about Stepping Into program.

So join in using the link below!

The session will be held online through Zoom.

Thursday 16th March 2023, 2pm – 3pm (click here to register)

• *all in Sydney/Canberra/Melbourne time (AEDT)

More session times times:

Thursday 23rd March 2023, 2pm – 3pm (click here to register)

• *all in Sydney/Canberra/Melbourne time (AEDT)

Wednesday 29th March 2023, 11am – 12am (click here to register)

• *all in Sydney/Canberra/Melbourne time (AEDT)

You can view the session times and access details here!

Please let AND know if you would like any adjustments for this session.

Rossjohn Lab Has 2 Roles Available – Apply Now!

*If you are a DSS-registered final year student or recent graduate, this may be the golden opportunity you’ve been looking for! 

• The celebrated, multi-award-winning Rossjohn Lab has 2 part-time internship roles available (offered over 13 weeks): Administrative assistant (office) and Technical officer (lab work).

Here is a brief outline of the roles:

The internship program will equip graduate students with valuable skills and experience in either laboratory research work or office administration in a scientific setting.

• Laboratory work may include assisting with the operation and maintenance of technical equipment and services, the preparation of solutions and experimental design, and other laboratory tasks. See lab website here.
• Administrative duties may include clerical and bookkeeping tasks and other office duties pertaining to the running of the office and laboratory including assisting in the preparation and management of documentations and coordinating the routine back-up of laboratory research and administration data.

Tasks may also extend to creating tactile artworks with our Artist in residence for our Monash Sensory Science exhibition.

This opportunity is anticipated to provide graduate students who have a disability with work experience and skills that will increase their post university employment prospects.

• Candidates who are recent graduates in a science related discipline or in office administration, and have a strong motivation to work in this field are encouraged to apply.
• If you’re eligible and wish to apply, please submit a cover letter and CV to Jennifer Huynh <jennifer.huynh@monash.edu> directly via email with subject header: DSS Internships at Rossjohn lab – technical officer or administrative assistant.

Do You Experience Social Anxiety?

Do you experience significant fear or anxiety about social situations?

Do you worry about being judged or showing signs of anxiety in social situations?

Do you avoid social situations?

If so, you may benefit from participating in our Social Anxiety Group Program.

The program is an exciting opportunity for Monash students to learn ways to address their social anxiety and fully engage in life.

The program involves:

• Seven 2-hour weekly group sessions at Monash University Health Service, Clayton campus from Wednesday 15 March at 11am-1pm or 2-4pm, facilitated by a clinical psychologist
• Written education materials and tasks between group sessions
• Contact: Dr Sophia Gozzi, Clinical Psychologist, sophia.gozzi@monash.edu

You Are Invited to a Careers Presentation by GradWISE and Australian Network on Disability

Join this session on 28 March 2023 (3 – 4:30pm) to learn about the successful GradWISE program for students/graduates living with a disability and gain insights from Monash University Alumni’s experience with their transition from Academia to a successful career.

You will also hear from The Australian Network on Disability (AND), which will provide information on the PACE mentoring program and the Stepping into internship program.

Careers Presentation Details

You will learn about the successful GradWISE program that is designed to empower students living with a disability, mental or physical health condition, or injury to aspire, develop and thrive in graduate and entry-level employment.

• GradWISE is with you every step of the way, helping you build resilience throughout the application process and helping you to navigate your first year of work.

You will also hear from a recent Monash University Alumni linked to GradWISE speaking of their journey to successfully being offered employment in 2022!

This session is open and recommended to all Monash students with a disability, mental health or chronic health conditions.

Topics include:

• Graduate application process and available reasonable adjustments
• Application and interview tips from Alumni
• How to ensure you are competitive for graduate and entry-level opportunities

*Please note: this is an in-person event only

• Go to the Registration Page to register for this important careers event
• Venue: 21 Chancellors Walk, Campus Centre, Room G150 (Career Connect Training Room), Australia – Clayton campus

Are you a Deaf, Deafblind or hard of hearing student who uses Auslan and needs academic support?

Dr Gabrielle Hodge is a Deaf researcher and writer based in Naarm / Melbourne. She is a trained linguist with fifteen years experience researching and teaching in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Gabrielle specialises in research relating to deaf people, sign languages and communication.

Gabrielle’s aim is to research, teach, and build capacity with other deaf people.

As part of this, Gabrielle offers tailored academic and career mentorship services to Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing students who are studying at Universities and other higher education institutions. This typically includes peer-to-peer scholarly discussion in Auslan, written academic English skills development, and general academic and career guidance.

*Benefits include scholarly discussion and mentorship with a Deaf peer and in your own language Auslan.

You will also learn how to navigate academic, research, and professional environments that are generally hostile for Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing signing people.

• Please contact Gabrielle on her website if you are interested in this service.

GradWISE Industry AccessABILITY Week 2023

GradWISE is hosting their annual Industry AccessAbility Week and they want you to join them!

• Date: Monday 13th – Friday 17th February 2023
• Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
• View the full schedule and register: HERE!

The theme for the week is “Curiosity opens the door to opportunity” and will showcase a wide variety of industry partners and their early talent career pathways as well as GradWISE Alumni and their journeys to graduate employment.

The GradWISE program is designed to empower graduates and tertiary students living with a disability, mental, physical health condition or injury aspire, develop and thrive in meaningful graduate and entry level employment.

GradWISE are very excited to be hosting an engaging week that will provide helpful information for you to prepare a competitive application and to identify inclusive and supportive employers.

*There will be presentations from:

• Telstra
• Victoria Government
• EY
• Accenture
• NAB
• Australia Post
• Victoria Museum
• Fulton Hogan…. and many more!

Attached you will find a full calendar with links to each employer to help you plan for the week. You only need to register once to have access to all sessions.

We hope to see you there!