DARU Update

Before the human rights model came the social model of disability. The social model Emerged in the 1980s Focuses on barriers to access that are created by mainstream society Asserts…

The human rights model, as the name suggests, is based on basic human rights principles. It recognizes that: Disability is a natural part of human diversity that must be respected…

Human rights are a set of principles that relate to equality and fairness. These principles are based on things that people around the world have agreed are essential to live…

There are four main frameworks people use to describe disability. These frameworks are known as the ‘models’ of disability. They are referred to as: The medical model The charitable model…

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Expression Australia: provider of services for Deaf and hard of hearing people Deaf Victoria: Advocacy agency for Deaf and hard of hearing people Auslan Connections: provides Auslan…

Social events Work-related social events are an important part of developing a healthy work environment. Just like any other employee, employees with disability should be included in these events. Ask…

Communication with people with disability can be challenging if the person’s disability affects their ability to use spoken language. Examples include deafness, some type of Autism and other intellectual disability….

At times, people with mental illness may have difficulty dealing with the tasks and interactions of daily life. Their condition may interfere with their ability to feel, think or relate…

Disability Etiquette is a set of guidelines to assist your interaction with people with disability when: Meeting them for the first time Writing about them Providing assistance Simply enjoying their…

There are many organisations that can provide an advocate to help people with disabilities to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Most advocacy is free. Organisations are listed in the