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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T143000
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SUMMARY:Data Download - July 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88524444539\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-july-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-july-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T131500
DTSTAMP:20260702T055154Z
CREATED:20260702T052302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T055154Z
UID:10000045-1784118600-1784121300@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Supporting Success for People with Cerebral Palsy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Lunch & Learn session exploring employment\, inclusion and workplace success for people with cerebral palsy. Drawing on professional and lived experience\, practical insights and evidence from the disability sector\, this session will challenge common assumptions and highlight the strengths\, skills and contributions people with cerebral palsy bring to the workforce. \nParticipants will gain a greater understanding of cerebral palsy\, the barriers that can exist when seeking and maintaining employment\, and the role employers and employment professionals can play in creating inclusive workplaces. The session will also share practical strategies\, resources and real-world perspectives to support positive employment outcomes and help people with cerebral palsy thrive at work. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: Lunch & Learn – Supporting Success for People with Cerebral Palsy \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams 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 \nZane McKenzie\, Chair\, Cerebral Palsy Australia \nZane McKenzie is a passionate disability inclusion leader\, advocate\, and speaker with more than 40 years of lived experience of disability\, including as a person with cerebral palsy. Zane is the Inclusion & Belonging Manager at Scope\, Chair of Cerebral Palsy Australia\, and Board Chair of Villamanta Disability Rights Legal Service. Drawing on both lived and professional experience\, Zane challenges perceptions\, champions inclusive employment\, and demonstrates the value people with disability bring to every workplace. His engaging\, authentic style inspires audiences to move beyond awareness and take meaningful action towards inclusion. \nWade Costley\, Board Director\, Cerebral Palsy Australia \nWade Costley is a dedicated disability advocate and leader with lived experience of cerebral palsy and a strong commitment to improving employment opportunities for people with disability. He is Chair of the Lived Experience Advisory Panel and serves on the Board of Directors at Cerebral Palsy Australia. He is also the Website Information Officer for My CP Guide and a lived experience member of the Australian and New Zealand Cerebral Palsy Strategy Collaboration Group. Professionally\, Wade has had a 30-year international career as a computer systems architect\, working across 13 countries\, giving him a global perspective on disability\, workplace inclusion\, and the value of gainful employment in building confidence\, independence\, and opportunity.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/cerebral_palsy/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/cerebral_palsy/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260713T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260623T020329Z
CREATED:20260127T055123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T020329Z
UID:10000023-1783951200-1783953000@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - 13 July 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83432150675\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-13-july-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-13-july-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T131500
DTSTAMP:20260623T023442Z
CREATED:20260623T023253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T023442Z
UID:10000044-1782909000-1782911700@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - The Sibling Effect
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81096964238\n\nDESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Lunch & Learn session with Dr Shannon Schedlich\, Chief Executive of Siblings Australia. \nSiblings are often one of the longest relationships in the life of a person with disability\, yet they remain largely invisible within service systems. This session explores the evidence behind sibling relationships and their unique contribution to employment outcomes. Through research and lived experience\, it will highlight how siblings can support aspiration\, safeguard choice and help ensure employment pathways reflect the whole person\, not just their support needs. \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 \nDr Shannon Schedlich is an experienced leader and advocate whose work is grounded in professional expertise and lived experience. With a background spanning community development\, disability\, and government\, Shannon combines academic insight with personal understanding of the challenges and strengths shaping families of people with disability and chronic illness. As Chief Executive of Siblings Australia\, she brings people with lived experience into the heart of program design\, co-creating initiatives that are evidence-based\, inclusive\, and responsive to community needs. Drawing on her PhD in Australian history\, Shannon has an interest in how stories\, relationships\, and social structures shape collective wellbeing.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-the-sibling-effect/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-the-sibling-effect/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260610T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260610T131500
DTSTAMP:20260601T112456Z
CREATED:20260512T043658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T112456Z
UID:10000041-1781094600-1781097300@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - How to create good jobs for people with disabilities
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89550977145\n\nDESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Lunch & Learn session with Dr Elaine Nash. Elaine will present the ‘Good Job’ Creation Matrix\, which has been developed based on Elaine’s PhD research findings. This matrix provides a practical framework to help employers reimagine\, redefine\, and redesign roles within their organisations to meet business objectives effectively\, while creating quality jobs for people with disabilities. \nWhen coupled with the six dimensions of job quality\, the matrix can help organisations: \n\nenhance organisational efficiency and positive workplace culture by improving workforce inclusion\, productivity\, and overall job quality\nposition themselves as employers of choice\nensures technicians and other essential roles can focus on their core responsibilities\n\nOverall\, the Good Job Creation Matrix offers a strategic approach to employment for people with disabilities that can benefit both employees and employers alike. \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 \nDr Elaine Nash\, Flinders University and Swinburne University \nElaine has a background in social work\, having graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of South Australia (UniSA) in 1991. With over 30 years of experience in human services\, she has spent more than 20 years in operational and strategic leadership and management roles\, primarily in the disability sector. Over the years\, Elaine’s interest has evolved toward exploring how innovative business models can address social issues. To pursue this interest\, she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2016 and completed her PhD in 2025. Her PhD research focuses on helping organisations enhance employment opportunities and outcomes for people with disabilities\, while also realising significant benefits. She is currently working with Flinders University and Swinburne University.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-good-job-creation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-good-job-creation/
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T131500
DTSTAMP:20260518T025044Z
CREATED:20260512T042020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T025044Z
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:20260526T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260526T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T234943Z
CREATED:20260412T233056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T234943Z
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:20260520T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260520T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T043502Z
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:20260513T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T131500
DTSTAMP:20260427T030337Z
CREATED:20260427T030337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T030337Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T235034Z
CREATED:20260412T232845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T235034Z
UID:10000036-1778070600-1778076000@disabilityemployment.org.au
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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T043049Z
CREATED:20260127T053340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T043049Z
UID:10000021-1777557600-1777559400@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - April 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86540933662\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-april-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-april-2026/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T131500
DTSTAMP:20260415T051727Z
CREATED:20260415T015950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T051727Z
UID:10000038-1777465800-1777468500@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Understanding Down syndrome in the workplace
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85972228906\n\nDESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Lunch & Learn session with Liz Christodoulou from Down Syndrome Australia. Liz will provide an overview of what life is like for people with Down syndrome and share practical guidance on how employers and colleagues can offer effective\, respectful support in the workplace. \nLiz will be joined by Eoin Gibson\, who will share their lived experience of employment as a person with Down syndrome. Together\, they will explore common misconceptions\, highlight inclusive workplace practices\, and discuss simple\, practical actions you can take to improve employment experiences and outcomes for people with Down syndrome. \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 \nEoin Gibson\, Disability Advocate\, Down Syndrome Australia\nLiz Christodoulou\, National Project Manager\, Down Syndrome Australia \nLiz Christodoulou is a National Project Manager at Down Syndrome Australia\, where she leads national initiatives focused on employment\, digital inclusion\, and accessible communications.\nLiz has built her career on strong\, values-driven advocacy\, working to create real opportunities and lasting change for people with disability. With both professional expertise and lived experience\, she brings a powerful and authentic voice to her work. She is passionate about supporting individuals\, organisations\, and communities to take practical steps toward a more inclusive world. \nEoin Gibson is an International Ambassador for Australia with Down Syndrome International and an Employment Ambassador with Down Syndrome Australia. Eoin has worked at Coles for almost a decade\, bringing dedication\, consistency\, and pride to his role. Through his work and advocacy\, he is passionate about showing what inclusive employment can look like in action. A confident public speaker\, Eoin is known for his relatable style\, natural humour\, and ability to connect with any audience. He brings energy and authenticity to every presentation\, sharing real-life experiences that challenge perceptions and inspire change. And if you’re lucky\, Eoin might even share a few of his hot footy tips along the way.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-down-syndrome/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-down-syndrome/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T042702Z
CREATED:20260120T230959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T042702Z
UID:10000010-1776866400-1776868200@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Data Download - April 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87689850733\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-april-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-april-2026/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260416T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T022627Z
CREATED:20260407T031244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T022627Z
UID:10000035-1776342600-1776346200@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Payday Super Changes: What you need to know before 1 July
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/76Vs0HvyTEeTxexmQY9CrA \n\nDESCRIPTION:Superannuation changes are coming and it will affect every workplace in Australia. \nOur expert from Prime Super will take you through the changes in plain language\, so you can be confident that your organisation is prepared to meet your obligations. It’s a great opportunity to get up to speed on Super and have all your questions answered. \nContent will include \n\nOverview of changes\nEmployer obligations\nGetting Payday Ready\nNon-Compliance\nQualifying Earnings\nSuperStream and V3.0\nResources and considerations\nQ & A\n\nDuration: 60 minutes \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nLink to join webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83992407644?pwd=VHJwGP7UIqLC7yCfop1xjZz4VjKp6j.1
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/payday-super-changes/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/payday-super-changes/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T131500
DTSTAMP:20260330T043706Z
CREATED:20260330T040121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T043706Z
UID:10000033-1776256200-1776258900@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Sensory Workplace Design
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81076937953\n\nDESCRIPTION:In this session\, Nicole Done from Xceptional Academy will explore sensory sensitivity in the neurodivergent community and what that looks like in real workplace settings.\nThe session will cover: \n\nHow sensory differences show up at work\nThe impact of sensory overload on emotional\, physical and cognitive functioning\nHow unmanaged sensory load affects focus\, performance and wellbeing\nPractical ways to support sensory needs across different environments\nThe link between sensory strain\, masking and burnout\n\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\, Principal\, Neurodiversity Enablement\, Xceptional Academy \nNicole 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 TAFE NSW.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-sensory-workplace-design/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-sensory-workplace-design/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T131500
DTSTAMP:20260317T223603Z
CREATED:20260317T223603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T223603Z
UID:10000032-1775046600-1775049300@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Creating inclusive and psychosocially safe workplaces
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85892982890\n\nDESCRIPTION:In this session\, Bob Bowen from the National Psychosocial Safety Network will explore why it’s important to create safe and inclusive workplaces for people with disability\, along with practical tips and resources you can implement in your 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 \nBob Bowen\, Expert Advisory Group Member\, National Psychosocial Safety Network Australia \nBob Bowen is an internationally recognized consultant\, author and speaker who has over 40 years of experience in the administration of human service programs and is currently a behaviour support practitioner with Prag Consulting in Melbourne. He is also a member of the Expert Advisory Group for the National Psychosocial Safety Network in Australia and has published over 25 peer and scientifically reviewed articles on topics of workplace safety and minimizing behaviours of concern in NDIS funded programs. Bob has provided keynote and conference presentations at conferences throughout the world on topics of workplace violence and psychosocial safety.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-safe-workplaces/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-safe-workplaces/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260325T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260325T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T042440Z
CREATED:20251217T011022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T042440Z
UID:10000006-1774447200-1774449000@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Data Download - March 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82852954791\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-2/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T042153Z
CREATED:20251208T032310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T042153Z
UID:10000001-1773928800-1773930600@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - March 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82049117605\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-3/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260318T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260318T131500
DTSTAMP:20260305T055935Z
CREATED:20260302T225503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T055935Z
UID:10000031-1773837000-1773839700@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Blindness and vision impairment in the workplace
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84057580128\n\nDESCRIPTION:In this session\, Ben Moxey from Guide Dogs NSW/ACT will take us through practical ways to design accessible workplaces where people with blindness or vision impairment can participate and thrive. Ben will cover general considerations for accessibility and available technology to provide support\, as well as misconceptions about people with blindness and vision impairment and common barriers they might face in the workplace. \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 \nBen Moxey\, Emerging Technology and Accessibility Manager\, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT \nBen is the Emerging Technology and Accessibility Manager at Guide Dogs NSW/ACT. He is responsible for finding\, influencing and implementing technologies that benefit people with vision impairment or blindness into Guide Dog’s services. He is also responsible for ensuring a high standard of accessibility across the organisation and supporting external accessibility related advocacy and training. \nBen has extensive experience assessing and teaching blindness related assistive technology and is totally blind himself. This everyday practical exposure\, combined with professional expertise and a slightly obsessive interest\, has enabled him to provide unique accessibility consultation that goes beyond official standards.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-blindness/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-blindness/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260304T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260304T131500
DTSTAMP:20260302T000810Z
CREATED:20260217T231909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T000810Z
UID:10000030-1772627400-1772630100@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Towards inclusive practice for people with intellectual disabilities
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89252400060\n\nDESCRIPTION:Join us for a disability‑led Lunch and Learn with Inclusion Australia Policy Officers Brooke Canham and Luke Nelson as they unpack what intellectual disability is\, why having a job matters\, what inclusive practice involves\, and why it’s essential. This session shares practical\, lived‑experience insights to support more inclusive and accessible employment opportunities for people with an intellectual disability. \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 partnership 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 \nLuke Nelson and Brooke Canham\, who are both Policy Officers at Inclusion Australia. \nLuke Nelson is a self-advocate who has been active in the disability sector for the past 18 years. He has played an important role in supported decision-making policy creation as well as participated on reference groups\, educated Social Worker students about choice and control for people with an intellectual disability and supported people with intellectual disability understand their rights. Luke is often asked to present or be part of panels where he can share his personal experience as well as his professional experience through his roles with Inclusion Australia and VALID. Luke has an engaging energy and excellent knowledge of disability advocacy. In 2025 with Inclusion Australia\, Luke attended the Conference of State Parties in New York. \nBrooke Canham is an experienced self-advocate with over 5 years’ experience working in the disability sector\, currently as a Policy Officer with Inclusion Australia. She has worked on national projects and policy reform on a wide range of topics\, including supported decision-making\, employment and social security rights\, and health advocacy. She lives and works on Whadjuk Noongar Country in Western Australia.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T131500
DTSTAMP:20260205T051917Z
CREATED:20260205T051917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T051917Z
UID:10000029-1771417800-1771420500@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - In the workplace: back pain\, arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84684723506\n\nDESCRIPTION:This free webinar will examine back pain\, arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions in the workplace. These conditions are a leading cause of disability and early retirement globally\, and their often ‘non-visible’ nature can impact workforce participation and employee wellbeing. Helen Jentz\, from Musculoskeletal Health Australia\, will help build understanding of the challenges faced by people living with musculoskeletal conditions\, and discuss ways workplaces can better support employees through awareness\, appropriate adjustments and inclusive practices that help people stay healthy\, engaged and productive. \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 partnership 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 \nHelen Jentz\, Chief Executive Officer\, Musculoskeletal Health Australia \nHelen joined the Musculoskeletal Health Australia (MHA) team in October 2023. With qualifications in Business\, Economics and Leadership\, Helen has worked in the third sector for the majority of her career. Her work with MHA is focussed on delivering real and lasting solutions and reducing the overwhelming burden of disease\, pain and disability caused by musculoskeletal conditions through consumer empowerment and systemic health policy change.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-musculoskeletal-conditions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-musculoskeletal-conditions/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260121T040133Z
CREATED:20251208T031052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T040133Z
UID:10000003-1770296400-1770298200@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - February 2026
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82821652369\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-2/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T131500
DTSTAMP:20260127T005502Z
CREATED:20260120T050840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T005502Z
UID:10000009-1770208200-1770210900@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - How you can use evidence to make a difference in your work
Join Virtual Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81155240471\n\nDESCRIPTION:This free webinar will explore how evidence about what works can be used to improve outcomes for people with disability. Simone Casey and Michael Healy from the Centre for Inclusive Employment and Peter Bacon from DEA will highlight proven models that deliver better results\, discuss practical ways to embed evidence‑based approaches in your everyday work\, and explore how the Centre for Inclusive Employment can continue to support you in your 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 partnership 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 \nMichael Healy\, Principal Research Fellow and Knowledge Mobilisation Lead\, Centre for Inclusive Employment \nDr. Michael Healy is the Principal Research Fellow\, Knowledge Mobilisation Lead at the Centre for Inclusive Employment\, at CSI Swinburne. Michael is a recognised leader in the field of career development and employability. An award-winning educator and researcher\, his work focuses on promoting effective and accessible careers and employability learning in schools\, universities\, and community services. \nPeter Bacon\, CEO\, Disability Employment Australia \nPeter started as Chief Executive Officer at DEA in March 2023\, having spent over 15 years in the disability employment sector. He began his career on the frontline as an Employment Advisor to claimants of health-related benefits in East London\, before moving into a range of business development and strategy. He has always been passionate about the transformational impact that decent work can have on people’s lives. \nSimone Casey\, Principal Research Fellow\, Evidence\, Centre for Inclusive Employment \nDr Simone Casey is Principal Research Fellow\, Evidence at the Centre for Inclusive Employment\, CSI Swinburne. She has extensive experience in policy advocacy\, research\, and communications across employment services\, community services\, and welfare in Australia and the UK\, including 14 years as a policy advisor at Jobs Australia. Simone holds a PhD in employment services and explores the intersections of marketisation\, welfare conditionality\, unemployment\, and social security. She has written widely on the challenges people face within policy and contract systems and describes herself as a “prac-ademic\,” translating research into practical strategies to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities and others facing barriers to quality work.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/evidence-based-practice/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/evidence-based-practice/
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