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IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally and supported by the Australian government since 1996. IDPwD…
Celebrating International Day of People with Disability
December 3 is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally and supported by the Australian government since 1996. IDPwD…
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For many of us, 2020 has a been a…
Enjoying a COVID-safe festive season
Thanks to the work of our communities, health professionals and governments, Australia is able to look forward to a COVID-safe festive and holiday season.For many of us, 2020 has a been a…
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People who socialise in person are less likely to experience depression
We are social animals. A lack of human contact will often go hand-in-hand with depression; one tends to exacerbate the other. Even if you enjoy your solitude, isolation can still be detrimental to…
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Out of touch - but not forever
Human beings are designed to function best in close contact with one another. When deprived of contact, we may develop mental health issues, so it’s no wonder that those who already live with mental…
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Overcoming stigma in employment and the workplace
Mentally healthy workplaces allow people to bring their "whole selves" to work. Everyone has the right to succeed in their chosen careers and feel safe and supported at work but many Australians…
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The hearing examined the training of health workers, including medical practitioners, nurses,…
Update on the Disability Royal Commission
In mid-December the Disability Royal Commission held its last public hearing for 2020.The hearing examined the training of health workers, including medical practitioners, nurses,…
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Overcoming stigma in public and recreational spaces
As the weather warms up, Australians are lucky to have many outdoor public spaces to enjoy the weather! Being able to spend time in parks, malls, public transport and city centres, is a great…
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Overcoming stigma in legal and justice services
Everyone has the right to be protected from crime, as well as be able to access justice if they are a victim of a crime. Legal services should support people in their interactions with police and the…
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Summer wellness hot self-care tips!
Summer 2019/2020 will be difficult to forget, for all the wrong reasons. There were rampant bushfires, smoke that just would not clear and the beginning of that new fashion for face masks. Let’s see…
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How to stay connected during the festive season
Staying in touch with friends and family is important, and there’s no better time to reach out than the holidays. While many of us will be celebrating Christmas from a distance this year, that doesn’…
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2020 has been tough! Reflecting on all that has happened…
Farewelling 2020 with our CEO Mark Orr
As we look with hope to 2021, it’s important to reflect on the strength of the connections that have seen us through a year like no other.2020 has been tough! Reflecting on all that has happened…
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