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![<p>The Government aim to raise employment rate of NDIS participants from 24 percent to 30 percent by 2023 through new employment strategy. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-1208171557-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New disability strategy to increase Australian Public Service employment opportunities
The Government has released a new Australian Public Service (APS) employment strategy with an aim to create more job... Read more
![<p>AIS Mental Health Referral Network will become more accessible for Paralympic athletes under new partnership with Paralympics Australia. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-962721878-2.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Partnership expands mental health support to future Paralympians
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Paralympics Australia have announced a significant partnership to support... Read more
![<p>‘The Invisible Podcast’ was created to build awareness of how some individuals experience their disabilities. [Source Mable]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/The-Invisible-Podcast-Cover-Art-1-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
World-first sensory journey to portray what it’s like living with a disability
Australian disability and aged care support network Mable has launched the world’s first podcast reflecting the... Read more
![<p>El Gibbs received the Lesley Hall Award for Lifetime Achievement Award on IDPwD. [Source: Disability Leadership Institute]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Eml2JWOWEAE5SCR.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Disability leaders recognised with awards on IDPwD
The work of 14 disability leaders and advocates were recognised in the National Awards for Disability Leadership... Read more
![<p>People living with a disability encounter significant challenges in identifying themselves online. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-1126621519-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
eftpos pilot to make online payments easier for people with disability
Using eftpos to pay for shopping and services is a no-brainer for many but poses challenges for people living with... Read more
![<p>The Royal Commission expects to hear from people with disability about their experiences in seeking open employment at the next public hearing. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/iStock-1187804916-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
RC to examine pathways and barriers to employment for people with disability
Pathways and barriers to open employment for people with disability is the subject of the ninth public hearing of the... Read more
![<p>Discrimination in the workplace can potentially lead to those with an invisible disability to hide their condition from prospective employers. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-825827690-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Invisible disability stigma driving workers to hide conditions
In the lead up to International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on Thursday 3rd December, employment service... Read more
![<p>RC report finds communication failed between decision-makers and people with disability, leaving them feeling “forgotten and ignored” during early stages of COVID-19. Source [iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/iStock-1173046744-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
RC report finds “serious failures” to people with disability during early stages of COVID-19
The Australian Government was responsible for “serious failures” to people with disability during the early stages... Read more
![<p>Fearless Films Season 2 premieres on Thursday, 3 December – International Day of People with Disability [Source: Feros Care]. </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/125125529_3519987504714554_7048822833446217159_o.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Fearless Australians smash disability stereotypes in new film series
Six short films showcasing fearless Australians living with disability premiered on International Day of People with... Read more
![<p>My Plan Manager CEO Jane Kittel and founder Claire Wittwer Smith. [Source: My Plan Manager]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/MPM-Photo-L-R-Jane-Kittel-and-Claire-Wittwer-Smith.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Business awards recognise female leaders driving social change with NDIS tech solutions
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDSI) financial services provider My Plan Manager has won national recognition of... Read more