The DEA Papers: No.2 – Blended Transitions

In this second DEA Paper, Dr Ann Nevile presents evidence showing that employment should be understood as a pathway, rather than disconnected service episodes.

Paul rebuilt his confidence and found his purpose

Six months ago, Paul rarely left the house. Anxiety, PTSD and depression had made his dream of outdoor work feel out of reach.

The DEA Papers: No.1 is here

In this first DEA Paper, DEA CEO Peter Bacon argues that disability employment outcomes are shaped by architecture, rather than any single program.

DEA Leaders’ Forum: Returning to Canberra in November

Exclusively for DEA members, the day-long Leaders' Forum brings you up to speed with the latest developments in policy, government, best practice and more.

Join us in Brisbane in 2027

The 2027 World Disability Employment Conference (WDEC) will welcome speakers and delegates from Australia and across the globe.

Matika creates a brighter future

My name is Matika, I’m 26 years old, and I’ve been with Key Community for many years.

Rising early, rising strong

Two Breakthru Inclusive Employment Australia clients, Andrew and Tan, are now essential members of the team at Wholegreen Bakery's Alexandria kitchen.

2026 DEA Awards: Announcing our Winners

In a wonderful evening at the Gala Dinner for the DEA Conference, the winners of the 2026 DEA Awards were announced. It was a year

David Coles and Keryl Neville enter the DEA Hall of Fame

This week we inducted two stalwarts of the disability employment sector into the Disability Employment Australia Hall of Fame. Keryl Neville and David Coles join

DEA honours long service in the disability employment sector

At the Gala Dinner for the 2026 DEA Conference this week, we honoured the following people for their long service in disability employment: 25 YEARS

2026 DEA Awards: Announcing our Finalists

Entries have been tallied for this third go-round of the Disability Employment Australia Awards, and the high quality of applications has made the judges’ job