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SUMMARY:Empowered Delegation
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83879194442?pwd=g5WMlZa3WSwMJ0D7zRkIIDXXh8vWJ0.1\n\nDESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar will provide proven practical tools and tips to help master the skill of delegation in the fast-paced environment of employment services delivery\, where so many competing priorities can stretch even the most flexible and resilient leaders. \nMastering the skill of delegation is crucial for productivity and successful performance. Whether you’re a team leader or manager\, knowing how to delegate effectively will help you empower people to achieve and exceed goals. \nDuring this webinar\, James Weait\, CEO of Populi Solutions\, will delve into the key principles and strategies of delegation that can transform your leadership approach. \nThe webinar will use real-world situations of employment service contract management and provide practical techniques in how to identify tasks suitable for delegation\, how to select the right individuals to entrust with responsibilities\, and how to establish clear communication channels for seamless coordination. \nDuration: 90 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \n  \nSPEAKER INFORMATION \nJames Weait is the CEO of Populi Solutions and has worked in (and adjacent to) employment services since 2004\, holding executive leadership positions for providers in the UK and Australia. \nHis company\, Populi\, was established in 2019 and supports companies across Australia (and the UK) with innovative\, evidence-based group and individual mental health sessions\, EAP services and bespoke frontline training solutions. \nThrough Populi\, James has led project management and performance uplift projects\, executive coaching and client engagement programmes for dozens of employment service providers and other purpose-led organisations\, including Parkhouse Bell\, Samsung C&T\, Transport for NSW and White Ribbon.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/empowered-delegation/
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/empowered-delegation/
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UID:10000039-1778675400-1778678100@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Preparing young people with disability for work
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85045961869\n\nDESCRIPTION:Join us for our next DEA Lunch & learn session with Julia Coscolluela and Lucy Solonsch of Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA). Drawing from their lived experiences and CYDA’s extensive advocacy for young people with disability\, Julia and Lucy will explore: \n\nWhy preparing young people with disability for employment early (including during school years) matters\nCommon challenges faced when the right supports aren’t in place\nHow inclusive education and practice can open up genuine pathways to work\nPractical ways participants can promote inclusive practice and strengthen transitions to employment\n\nThis session is ideal for educators\, employers\, service providers and anyone supporting young people with disability to achieve fulfilling participation in work. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nFee: Free \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \nThis Lunch & Learn series is a collaboration between Disability Employment Australia (DEA) and the Centre for Inclusive Employment. Sessions are designed to provide evidence-based information and practical insights to support continuous improvement in practice and the quality of services for people with disability. \n  \nSPEAKER INFORMATION \nLucy Solonsch (she/they)\, Senior Programs and Training Coordinator\, Children and Young People with Disability Australia\nJulia Coscolluela (she/her)\, Project Officer\, Children and Young People with Disability Australia \nLucy Solonsch is a passionate disabled person creating systems change across LGBTQIA+ health\, mental health and disability advocacy. Lucy is skilled at using her professional experience\, lived experience\, and her authentic connection to lived experience movements\, to deliver trainings\, manage projects and lead co-design processes strengthening the rights and autonomy of marginalised communities. \nJulia Coscolluela is a young disabled woman whose work is grounded in lived experience and a passion for facilitating authentic conversations. She cares deeply about mental health\, intersectionality and the ways systems can better support young people to feel safe\, valued and included – especially in the workplace. Through her work across youth\, community\, multicultural and disability spaces\, Julia uses storytelling and connection to challenge barriers and drive meaningful change.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-young-people/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-young-people/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260520T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260520T143000
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CREATED:20260120T231309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043502Z
UID:10000011-1779285600-1779287400@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Data Download - May 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83568408038\n\nDESCRIPTION:In this 30-minute member-exclusive webinar\, Policy Manager\, Sally Karandrews will share some of the data trends of the DES and IEA programs and conduct a detailed analysis of the DSS Disability Employment Services monthly profile. The Department of Social Services regularly releases data relating to the Inclusive Employment Australia program. This member-exclusive webinar series will continue on a monthly basis so providers can get a view of overall changes in the DES/IEA programs and potential impacts. \nDuration: 30 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nFee: Free and exclusively for DEA members \nRegistration: Please log into the DEA website to register for this member-only event. Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-may-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260526T123000
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DTSTAMP:20260504T234943Z
CREATED:20260412T233056Z
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UID:10000037-1779798600-1779804000@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Mates to Managers
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81214093751?pwd=ycWy0OWdnoDnYZOxipAVyPpUftPQsI.1\n\nDESCRIPTION:Transitioning from being a colleague to someone’s manager can be a challenging experience. While the promotion offers new opportunities and increased responsibilities\, it also requires navigating interpersonal dynamics and establishing authority. \nWhether you’re a Senior Employment Consultant\, Team Leader\, Manager\, or simply looking to enhance your communication skills\, this webinar will equip you with proven strategies to enhance your leadership skills\, foster strong team dynamics and excel as a manager of people. \nJames Weait\, CEO of Populi\, will guide you and apply theory to real operational situations. \nDiscover proven techniques for developing an authentic leadership identity for yourself\, crucial to gaining the respect and trust of a team and fostering a positive performance culture. Understand your likely management style\, your strengths and areas for development. \nGain insights into proven conflict management techniques and their application to specific\, challenging employment industry-based conversations and scenarios. \n  \nDuration: 90 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \n  \nSPEAKER INFORMATION \nJames Weait is the CEO of Populi Solutions and has worked in (and adjacent to) employment services since 2004\, holding executive leadership positions for providers in the UK and Australia. \nHis company\, Populi\, was established in 2019 and supports companies across Australia (and the UK) with innovative\, evidence-based group and individual mental health sessions\, EAP services and bespoke frontline training solutions. \nThrough Populi\, James has led project management and performance uplift projects\, executive coaching and client engagement programmes for dozens of employment service providers and other purpose-led organisations\, including Parkhouse Bell\, Samsung C&T\, Transport for NSW and White Ribbon.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/mates-to-managers/
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/mates-to-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T131500
DTSTAMP:20260518T025044Z
CREATED:20260512T042020Z
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UID:10000040-1779885000-1779887700@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Exploring work styles without centring diagnosis
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87213207015\n\nDESCRIPTION:This session will focus on helping consultants confidently explore how someone works best\, without centring diagnosis. We will look at: \n• How to have constructive conversations about work style preferences and productivity\n• How individuals prefer to learn\, work\, communicate\, prioritise and receive feedback\n• Sensory and environmental preferences across varied workplaces\n• Why many neurodivergent individuals may need support to identify their own preferences\, particularly where long-term masking has reduced self-awareness \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nFee: Free \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \nThis Lunch & Learn series is a collaboration between Disability Employment Australia (DEA) and the Centre for Inclusive Employment. Sessions are designed to provide evidence-based information and practical insights to support continuous improvement in practice and the quality of services for people with disability. \n  \nSPEAKER INFORMATION \nNicole Done\, Xceptional Academy \nNicole Done is a neuro-inclusion expert\, educator\, and advisor with over 20 years’ experience across corporate\, government\, health\, education\, and not-for-profit sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Special Education and is the Principal of Neurodiversity Enablement at Xceptional Academy\, where she leads the design and delivery of accredited neuro-inclusion\, psychosocial risk\, and inclusive leadership programs. Her training has reached more than 11\,000 participants and is trusted by organisations across NSW Government including icare\, QBE\, Corrs Chambers Westgarth\, and TAFENSW.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-work-styles/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-work-styles/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260528T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260528T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T043930Z
CREATED:20260127T053940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043930Z
UID:10000022-1779976800-1779978600@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - May 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87046416855\n\nDESCRIPTION:A monthly 30-minute member-exclusive live broadcast to keep our members informed about key information relating to IEA and what we are hearing in the sector! \nDuration: 30 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nFee: Free and exclusively for DEA members \nRegistration: Please log into the DEA website to register for this member-only event. Once you have registered\, the Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-may-2026/
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