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SUMMARY:National Panel of Assessors Session: High Intensity or Low Engagement? Assessing the Evidence
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will examine the gap between the level of support providers request and the minimal contact hours actually delivered. It highlights how low servicing undermines claims of high‑intensity need\, and why Assessors must rely on evidence rather than expectations. \nThe session reframes contact hours as a core indicator of genuine support intensity and explores how clearer documentation and realistic collaboration can reduce conflict and improve defensible outcomes. \n\n\nThis free session features NPA Assessor & Sector Trainer\, Fiona Forrest.  \nDEA will introduce the session and provide a review of professional development priorities for the coming year. \n\nDuration: 30 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: National Panel of Assessors Professional Development Session \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/npa-high-intensity-or-low-engagement/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/npa-high-intensity-or-low-engagement/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T143000
DTSTAMP:20260721T032925Z
CREATED:20260120T232104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T032925Z
UID:10000013-1789567200-1789569000@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Data Download - September 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 \nRegister: Data Download – September 2026  \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-september-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/data-download-september-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260915T144500
DTSTAMP:20260915T000849Z
CREATED:20260909T213642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T000849Z
UID:10000059-1789480800-1789483500@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:The DEA Papers: 1. On the Importance of Architecture
DESCRIPTION:The DEA Papers is a numbered collection of papers exploring the future of Australia’s disability employment ecosystem. Each paper stands on its own\, but the real value will come as the collection grows. Every new paper will add another piece to the conversation\, creating a body of thinking that can be built on\, debated\, challenged\, and refined over time. \nThis is a free webinar in which DEA CEO Peter Bacon will discuss the first paper\, On the Importance of Architecture. In it\, Peter argues that many of the challenges we face are not isolated program failures but the result of the underlying architecture of the system. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: The DEA Papers: 1. On the Importance of Architecture \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/the-dea-papers-1-on-the-importance-of-architecture/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/the-dea-papers-1-on-the-importance-of-architecture/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260909T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260909T131500
DTSTAMP:20260901T002707Z
CREATED:20260812T065845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002707Z
UID:10000054-1788957000-1788959700@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Leading for Psychological Safety
DESCRIPTION:Disability employment leaders operate in one of the most complex people-focused environments in Australia. Teams navigate participant barriers\, employer expectations\, performance targets\, compliance requirements\, and continual reform\, often while managing significant emotional labour. The culture leaders create has a direct impact on workforce wellbeing\, staff retention\, engagement\, innovation\, and service quality. When people feel psychologically safe\, they are more likely to speak up\, share ideas\, raise concerns early\, learn from mistakes\, and remain engaged during periods of change. \nIn this practical and thought-provoking session\, Kelly Mason\, CEO of Bounce Global\, explores the leadership behaviours that build psychological safety and strengthen workplace culture. Drawing on the BE Model for Psychologically Safe Leadership\, participants will learn how leaders can create greater trust\, clarity\, accountability and support within their teams\, while reducing psychosocial risk and building a resilient workforce capable of delivering better outcomes for participants\, employers and the communities they serve. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: Lunch & Learn – Leading for Psychological Safety \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 \nKelly Mason is the CEO of Bounce Global\, a leading workforce capability and leadership development organisation that has been helping individuals\, leaders and organisations build the human skills needed to navigate change and thrive at work since 2006. As CEO\, Kelly leads the strategic direction\, growth and industry engagement activities of Bounce\, working closely with employment services providers\, community organisations\, government stakeholders and employers to strengthen workforce capability and improve outcomes. \nWith more than 24 years of experience in the employment services and workforce development sectors\, Kelly is passionate about developing leaders who create workplaces where people feel supported\, valued and able to perform at their best. She is a strong advocate for coaching-based leadership\, workforce capability development and building organisational cultures that foster trust\, psychological safety and sustainable performance.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-leading-for-psychological-safety/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-leading-for-psychological-safety/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260827T143000
DTSTAMP:20260721T045402Z
CREATED:20260127T225305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T045402Z
UID:10000025-1787839200-1787841000@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:DEA Express - August 2026
DESCRIPTION: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: DEA Express – August 2026 \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-august-2026/
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/dea-express-august-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260826T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260826T131500
DTSTAMP:20260722T054921Z
CREATED:20260721T053920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T054921Z
UID:10000048-1787747400-1787750100@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Understanding FASD in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability that can significantly influence how a person learns\, communicates\, manages stress\, and adapts to workplace expectations. \nFor employment service providers\, understanding FASD is essential to delivering fair\, effective\, and strengths‑based support. \nThis free session explores the brain‑based challenges associated with FASD\, such as memory\, processing speed\, emotional regulation\, and executive functioning\, and how these can impact job readiness\, training\, and sustained employment. Participants will gain practical strategies for adapting assessments\, modifying workplace tasks\, and collaborating with employers to create supportive environments. By increasing awareness and building capability across employment services\, we can improve job outcomes\, reduce barriers\, and empower individuals with FASD to thrive in meaningful\, sustainable work. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: Lunch & Learn – Understanding FASD in the Workplace \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 \nRobyn Smith\, Helpline Services Manager\, NOFASD \nRobyn has extensive experience supporting individuals and families affected by FASD\, drawing from both her professional expertise and personal journey. Her work spans aged care programs\, parenting advice and support programs\, offender reintegration\, and transition strategies for school students and youth at risk. Robyn is dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for better support and outcomes for individuals and families impacted by FASD. Passionate about educating professionals and communities\, she works to create more inclusive and supportive environments that address the challenges of FASD\, reflecting her lifelong commitment to improving understanding and outcomes for those affected.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-understanding-fasd-in-the-workplace/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-understanding-fasd-in-the-workplace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T131500
DTSTAMP:20260730T061948Z
CREATED:20260730T061948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061948Z
UID:10000051-1786537800-1786540500@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Work Well\, Live Well: Mental Health & Meaningful Employment
DESCRIPTION:This free session explores how to best support people living with a mental health diagnosis to prepare for\, find\, and maintain meaningful employment. It will highlight the benefits of employment for mental health\, key considerations when providing support throughout the employment journey\, and the valuable role of collaborating with allied health supports such as psychology and dietetics in promoting long-term success. Real-world case studies will bring the discussion to life and demonstrate practical\, person-centred approaches that can make preparing for\, and finding work more accessible\, sustainable\, and meaningful. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: Lunch & Learn – Work Well\, Live Well: Mental Health & Meaningful Employment \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 \nLiz Trickey\, General Manager Employment Services\, ORS Group \nLiz has been with ORS for over 20 years\, working across the employment services\, mental health and disability employment\, workplace rehabilitation and NDIS industries in many different roles\, including site\, region\, service area and national management roles. Liz brings strong knowledge of Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) and the NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job (FAKJ) program\, alongside contract/service area knowledge\, performance\, staff morale and team culture. As General Manager – Employment Services\, Liz is able to work within any team to identify and address process\, performance and system issues and subsequently generate improved performance across the business. \nNicole Saliba\, Growth and Partnerships Specialist\, ORS Group \nNicole is a passionate Accredited Practising Dietitian with over thirteen years experience. She has a strong background in marketing and business development and currently works as a growth and partnerships specialist at the ORS group\, a prominent national allied health and employment services provider. Nicole is passionate about supporting individuals living with mental health diagnoses and connecting them with services whether it be employment or allied health in order to help them overcome barriers\, achieve their goals and improve their health outcomes and quality of life.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-mental-health/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-mental-health/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260730T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T235849Z
CREATED:20260726T235849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T235849Z
UID:10000049-1785427200-1785430800@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:National Panel of Assessors Session
DESCRIPTION:NPA assessors work in a complex environment\, delivering insights and decisions for participants and working across a range of stakeholders. \n\n\nTo assist with better linkages to Fair Work Australia’s Supported Wage Unit\, this free session features a Q&A with their Acting Director – Data and Digital Services\, Daniel Wursthorn.  DEA will introduce the session and provide a review of professional development priorities for the coming year. \n\nDuration: 60 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: National Panel of Assessors Professional Development Session \nAccess: Once you have registered\, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/npa/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/npa/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T131500
DTSTAMP:20260722T055336Z
CREATED:20260714T040822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T055336Z
UID:10000047-1785328200-1785330900@disabilityemployment.org.au
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Building Inclusive Careers Through Apprenticeships
DESCRIPTION:Discover how apprenticeships and traineeships are creating meaningful career opportunities for people with disability across a wide range of industries. \nThis session will introduce MEGT and the services they provide to support both employers and apprentices throughout their employment journey. We’ll explore the benefits of inclusive employment\, the tailored supports available including Disability Australian Apprentice Wage Support (DAAWS)\, mentoring and workplace assistance\, and the financial incentives available to eligible employers. \nThrough real success stories\, you’ll see how apprenticeships and traineeships can empower individuals to build rewarding careers while helping employers develop diverse\, skilled and inclusive workforces. Whether you’re supporting job seekers or working with employers\, this session will provide practical insights into how apprenticeships can be a powerful pathway to employment. \nDuration: 45 minutes \nFormat: Online via Teams \nFee: Free \nRegister: Lunch & Learn – Building Inclusive Careers Through Apprenticeships \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 \nMadison Ray\, Industry Partnerships Manager VIC/QLD\, MEGT \nMadison Ray is the Industry Partnerships Manager for Victoria and Queensland at MEGT\, where she works with employers\, government\, industry associations and community organisations to grow apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities across Australia. Passionate about creating inclusive employment pathways\, Madison partners with organisations to help people from all backgrounds access meaningful careers\, including people with disability. She works closely with employers to navigate available funding\, incentives and support services\, ensuring apprentices and trainees receive the assistance they need to succeed. With extensive experience building strategic partnerships and promoting workforce development\, Madison is committed to helping businesses build diverse\, capable workforces while supporting individuals to achieve long-term career success.
URL:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-building-inclusive-careers-through-apprenticeships/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://disabilityemployment.org.au/event/lunch-learn-building-inclusive-careers-through-apprenticeships/
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260722T143000
DTSTAMP:20260304T044735Z
CREATED:20260120T231651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T044735Z
UID:10000012-1784728800-1784730600@disabilityemployment.org.au
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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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