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What makes Participation successful?

Consumer participation is the right of people with disabilities who use services to play an active and powerful role in service management and development. This article outlines nine essential elements of effective consumer participation in service provision. Keyword: Advocacy

Dads feel left out

This article outlines the reasons why fathers of children with disability often feel devalued in their dealings with services providers. Suggestions are given for encouraging fathers to be involved. Keywords: Families, Professionals

Treasures: A Celebration of Inclusion

"Treasures" is a moving photographic essay, accompanied by quotations, of children participating in inclusive schooling. In her introduction to the book, Marsha Forest reflects on her visit to schools in New Hampshire and on meeting those whose lives, one way or another, have been touched by inclusion.

Families and Cultural Diversity

The Australian population is drawn from over 100 different cultures. This book, while not specifically mentioning disability, provides a basis for understanding the diversity of families and family life in Australia. Key groups examined are: Aboriginal, Anglo-Celtic, Chinese, Filipino, Greek, Italian, Latin American, Lebanese and Vietnamese.

The Origin and Nature of our Institutional Models

This monograph is very old (1968), but still very relevant. It's relevant because despite continued 'scandals' in the media, despite reports like the Richmond Report, despite the work of advocacy organisations, institutions and institutional thought still continue to operate.

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What makes Participation successful?

Dads feel left out

Treasures: A Celebration of Inclusion

Families and Cultural Diversity

The Origin and Nature of our Institutional Models

Normalisation

Framework for Accomplishment

Reflections on Inclusive Education

Both Sides of the Coin

Changing Existing Services for Older People with an Intellectual Disability