Inclusion and access

For ABC Heywire winner Jezabella, being unique has come with its challenges.  When she was a baby, she was diagnosed with a medical condition so rare, only eight other Australians…

The AEC provides assistance for people living with disability to ensure they are not disadvantaged from participating in the electoral system. The AEC can assist you to enrol, vote and…

Annette Sim loves to try new foods and explore the surroundings in different parts of Australia, but the lack of support for people with accessibility needs can make holidays “very…

Western Australia’s Electoral Commission is trialling a low-sensory polling place for the 2025 State Election. The aim is to provide a quieter environment for voters who may benefit from it,…

Chris Smith has always had a passion for tennis.  Yet for much of his life, Smith’s disability has meant getting out on court has been easier said than done. Smith…

Christian Blind Mission (CBM) Australia, a Christian international development organization, has launched new online video resources to help Australian churches create a more welcoming environment for people with disabilities, mental…

The deafblind community in Australia encounters distinct challenges in communication, often leading to feelings of isolation and misunderstanding. The combination of hearing and vision loss creates serious obstacles in accessing…

It’s something many parents will be familiar with. You’re out in public, when your child sees someone with disability and loudly blurts something out about why that person looks different….

I’ve spent 22 years hyper-aware of how my brain deviates from normality — be it my intense emotions, my hypersensitivity to those of others, or my affinity for rules. Throughout…