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The role of parent support groups in rural areas: A case study

This paper describes the workings of a parent support group in Victoria for children who have disabilities in a rural area. It summarises the areas the group has nominated to be of great importance and notes some of of its achievements. Keyword: Families

Australia's 'Employers of the Year' announced

A report on the winners of the Prime Minister's Employer of the Year Awards. These prestigious awards are made to employers and businesses which demonstrate a commitment to employing people with disabilities. Excerpts from the speeches made at the ceremony highlight the benefits to all concerned i. e.

The child that will never hold a grudge

This is a brief story by the mother of a girl with Down Syndrome that celebrates family and the contribution that is made by her daughter. It tells of the fun, the laughter and their acceptance of each other. Keyword: Families

Double disadvantage: Public policy....private lives of women as mothers of children with disabilities

This paper is based upon a project that explores the pressures facing mothers of children with disabilities. In particular the paper touches on how policies relating to housing, education, childcare, and community living impact on the lives of women. ". . . .

In the Workforce: Including a person with Down Syndrome in your Workforce

This small booklet is designed to inform employers about the wide range of jobs which employees with disabilities such as Down Syndrome are capable of doing. It explains Down Syndrome, gives examples of successful employment and provides information on subsidies and employer benefits. Keyword: Employment

Inclusion vs. exclusion - Society is at a turning point

This short article is a brief but succinct analysis of two opposing trends - inclusion and exclusion. The author argues that this has become a debate between people who believe in exclusivity and those who believe in inclusion. He highlights this by presenting the assumptions of both factions.

Every moment counts for something

This brief article describes how a family held true to their values of home and family, and brought their son and daughter home from institutions. Support was provided by family, friends, the community and professional agencies.

Labour and community: New coalitions for change

The author is a union leader and his article calls for a more egalitarian economic agenda plus a social agenda concerned with the distribution of wealth. This is part of creating a caring community in which discrimination on any basis is not countenanced.

The neighbours aren't nice with me - consumers' comments on independent living

This paper looks at some of the problems people experience when they are living independently. The study showed that problems are often associated with the area being lived in rather than with receiving poor support. Keyword: Accommodation

When "safe" is no longer enough

This short article discusses what is, on the face of it, "safe" for people who have disabilities and what is right.