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How IBM Sets the Standard in Access and Inclusion

Recognised as the Top Performer in AND’s 2018-19 Access and Inclusion Index, IBM continues to set the standard in access and inclusion.

• Read about IBM’s journey. 

Three Reasons That Should Not Drive Your Decision to Hire a Person with Autism

“I’m not a unicorn”says Ashlea McKay.  “Believe me, I want you to hire autistic people, but here are three reasons that should not be driving the decision to do so.”

“As an autistic job seeker myself, I can tell you that it’s pretty tough out here. I’ve been searching for 2.5 years now with no success. The job market is a minefield of myths, misconceptions and misunderstandings for autistic people and our unemployment rate is abysmal. A recent study found that here in Australia, 31.6% of autistic people are unemployed — a rate that is 3 times that for people with disabilities in general and is almost 6 times the unemployment rate for people who do not have a disability.”

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World-first report: Research reveals inclusive design can expand customer reach fourfold

New research launched today by the Centre for Inclusive Design in partnership with Adobe and Microsoft has revealed that products and services designed with the needs of people experiencing poverty, disability or the effects of aging in mind can reach four times the number of intended consumers and impact the bottom-line of organisations.

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Travelling Interstate or Overseas can be Very Overwhelming for a Person with Disability

Having a disability and travelling interstate or overseas can be very overwhelming. Airports are busy places bustling with people getting to their next destination or returning home.

Whilst a lot of work is done to help passengers move through airports to access food and retail shops, toilets, lounges and ultimately the right gate for their flight, spare a thought for people experiencing blindness or low vision.

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Australia has a New Disability Discrimination Commissioner

Australia has a new Disability Discrimination Commissioner, Dr Ben Gauntlett.  Ben replaces the outgoing Commissioner, Mr Alastair McEwan.

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There’s only 2 weeks left for the Monash Youth Survey and we want to hear from your community!

For direct access to our online survey, please click the following link: https://www.monashyouth.org.au/Event-Listing/Monash-Youth-Survey-2019.  The survey can also be found under ‘events’ at the www.monashyouth.org.au homepage.

Monash Youth Services are currently encouraging all young people aged 10-25 who have a significant link to the City of Monash to complete the Monash Youth Survey.  The result of this survey will contribute to the Monash Youth Action Plan which guides the themes and actions that the City of Monash will take in response to the needs of young people in the community.

Everyone who completes the survey can go into the draw to win Beats Studio³ Wireless Headphones.  Competition and survey closes Wednesday 3^rd July 2019.

If you’re a young person linked with Monash you’re encouraged to complete the short survey to ensure that you are represented in the data.

The survey is available online at www.monashyouth.org.au via the ‘events page’ but a copy is attached if you need.  Any completed hard copies can be posted to Monash Youth Services, 14 Bogong Ave Glen Waverley, or they are happy to arrange a time to collect them from you.

Samantha King

Senior Youth Worker

Email: Samantha.King@monash.vic.gov.au
Phone: 03 9518 3900 | Mobile: 0412 589 238

Fax: (03) 9518 3444
National Relay Service: 1800 555 660

14 Bogong Ave, Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
www.monashyouth.org.au

How to Make a Website Accessible For All [With 6 Core Steps]

Accessible Design and Culture: Why it’s Better for Business and All Your Users

If you think that creating accessible design means making compromises, think again.

Brands big and small are creating a beautiful, accessible experience that not only better serves all users – it’s helping drive big business, too.

And if you need proof, we can tell you that it’s working quite well for Apple and Microsoft (with more on that below).

In this article, we bring together accessibility experts to show you what accessible design is (with three key aspects), show you why compliance with guidelines doesn’t equal accessibility, highlight what companies are leading the way in accessible design and culture, and finally, leave you with some resources to help you build out a culture of accessible design at your company.

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The relationship between Dysarthria and individual communication aspects of Friedreich’s Ataxia

To try to focus on the ugly reality of Friedreich’s Ataxia, along with the term and phrase dysarthria will have many confused. Meanwhile, those suffering from the condition find it increasingly difficult to engage in meaningful communication about their condition.

And so, those of us suffering from this blight, find ourselves baring the brunt of stereotype, stigma and presumed lack of ability. Our place in the economy is defined by our “disutility”.

But there is no doubt we can still achieve. In my own case, my achievements have been considerable, but there is still the possibility of further and ongoing achievement, as there is with all who have to battle with Friedreich’s Ataxia.

In my recent blog post, I discuss the relationship between Dysarthria and my individualistic style of Friedreich’s Ataxia. Read it here.

Peter Gibilisco

Free Webinar: PACE Mentoring – Industry Mentoring Program for Students and Jobseekers with Disability

With the unemployment rate of Australians with disability at 9.4%, compared to 4.9% of people without disability, programs like PACE are vital to equitably include people with disability in employment.

PACE, or Positive Action towards Career Engagement, is a free program connecting jobseekers with disability with mentors from leading Australian organisations. It is an opportunity for mentees to work one-on-one with a mentor to gain industry exposure, build professional networks and increase employability skills.

Run across Australia, the program is a four-month commitment between August and December. Mentors and mentees meet at the mentors workplace once a fortnight during the four months. During the program, the mentee and mentor will set goals and desired outcomes, discuss experiences, skills, and career pathways.

In this free webinar, listen to the Program Manager discuss how your student and jobseeker networks can connect with a mentor this Spring in the free PACE Mentoring Program.

Step 1: Webinar Login

http://omnovia.redbackconferencing.com.au/redback

Participant Code: 6367 393 293

Step 2: Teleconference

Phone: 1800 896 323

Participant Code: 6367 393 293

Please advise if you have any accessibility requirements for the session. All webinars will be live captioned. Contact us for more details.

Contact the AND Team on 03 9621 2276 or applications@and.org.au if you have any questions.