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Chair's Introduction by Cain Beckett |
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 Firstly this month, I shine the spotlight on the work of one of our Council members, Unis Goh, who delivered an address at the 2nd Annual Conference on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities in April. The speech is available on the Council's website.
Whilst I should confess the bias that my Dad and his half of my family counts English as their fourth of fifth language, Unis reminds us that for many, disability creates even more barriers than those which already exist due to the mosaic of language, culture and backgrounds which define Australia. The changes taking place at the moment in policy, funding and service provision provide a great opportunity to bridge some of that gap at the same time, so I hope we can take advantage of it.
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National Disability Insurance Scheme to Launch in 2013 |
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 A National Disability Insurance Scheme will start in Australia from July 2013 in up to four locations across the country.
From mid 2013, about 10,000 people with significant and permanent disabilities will start to receive support.
By July 2014, that figure will rise to 20,000 people.
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COAG affirms commitment to a National Disability Insurance Scheme |
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The Commonwealth and all States and Territories reaffirmed their commitment to a National Disability Insurance Scheme. They recognised a growing need to support the most needy and vulnerable people in the community, and that for many, lifetime support for income, accommodation and services is a necessity.
COAG also acknowledged that change can only be achieved, step by step, over a number of years. In particular, current services and support must be maintained through any transition period. Also, it is essential that the support of family members, friends and volunteers is maintained.
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Discussion Paper launched by NSW Government |
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 Minister for Disability Services, Andrew Constance, has described the O’Farrell Government’s reforms to disability funding as a critical building block towards a National Disability Insurance Scheme.
On Tuesday 24th April, Mr Constance joined over 400 people at Allphones Arena, Sydney Olympic Park, for the launch of the final stage of consultations on individualised funding.
“Today kicks off the final stage of Living Life My Way - the most extensive consultation process ever undertaken by the NSW Government involving disability services,” Mr Constance said.
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Upcoming Events |
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Social Integration: Strategies for People with a Disability 15 May 2012
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Disability Inclusive Research Conference 13-14 June 2012
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About the Disability Council NSW |
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The Disability Council of NSW is the official advisory body to the State Government on disability matters. We also provide advice to the Commonwealth on the effect of national policy at a State level.
We seek to provide best quality advice to Government and promote a positive vision of the future for all people with disability.
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