Virtual Disability Conference

National Virtual Disability Conference: September 2022. Jenny Li tweeting for @VirtDisConf #VDC2022

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

A big thank you to our presenters, sponsors and attendees for another engaging and thought-provoking Virtual Disability Conference. You can still register to access the footage and resources from the conference, available for 12 months. https://t.co/lLtQp9rTnF

[Scope @scopeaust]

Our very own Annette Davis and Reece Adams are chairing productive sessions on ‘Human rights and addressing the inequality ineducation, healthcare and political participation’ (https://t.co/RWiZCEH6zq) and ‘Advancing inclusive communities’ (https://t.co/G0LFQKNBOG)

[Scope @scopeaust]

Scope’s Caroline Hart, Mimari Hartono and Annie Loughens are now speaking about inclusive research at Scope with their presentation ‘Co-research: The development and delivery of a research course for people with disability’

https://t.co/uTlmmUDMK7 🔗

[Melbourne Disability Institute @mdi_unimelb]

Starting now - MDI's @raelene_west at the @VirtDisConf - she will speak about Community Visitors Schemes and safeguarding of people with disability in group homes within the NDIS and OPCAT landscapes

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

Interesting research on cycle of exclusion from political life for people with intellectual disability

Political culture is not inclusive - jargon dominates

⁦@VirtDisConf⁩

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

Attending @VirtDisConf learning more about @NDIS and #DisabilityRoyalCommission.

You can read @inclusionoz & others' response here: https://t.co/f7ctUnDkdn

Only 13/222 recommendations have been fully accepted.

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

.@RosemaryKayess Disability Discrimination Commissioner and Chair of the United Nations Committee on the Rights of
Persons with Disabilities @VirtDisConf
Calling for the dismantling of #ableism which legitimises segregation, institutionalisation and the denial of humanity

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

@VirtDisConf @olney_sue talking about the gap between what was promised to people outside of @NDIS and what was available to them ...

@onthemargins23

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

.@olney_sue #coproduction needs more time and more money

[Yes it does!! 🇦🇺 🌎 🇬🇧]

@VirtDisConf

@EducationSheff
@NIHRSSCR

[Prof Katherine Runswick-C @k_runswick_cole]

.@SalRob310 paying attention to #EveryDayHarms in the lives of people with intellectual disability to think about repair and how to prevent future harms ...

@VirtDisConf

https://t.co/bNf3z4aV1C

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

There’s still time to register for the 2024 Virtual Disability Conference. Join us tomorrow or if you’re unable to attend you can still register to access the footage any time that suits over the next 12 months. Don't miss out (https://t.co/w2nuV2wtoR)

[Melbourne Disability Institute @mdi_unimelb]

The @VirtDisConf is tomorrow! It's not too late to grab your ticket. You won't want to miss the fantastic line up of presentations, including the session on Community Visitors Schemes from @raelene_west

[Melbourne Disability Institute @mdi_unimelb]

"The @VirtDisConf theme, ‘New Frontiers’, inspires us to consider how the reform agenda can pave the way for a new way of thinking where human rights are integral to law, policy and practice..." Read more from @RosemaryKayess https://t.co/iLibR6HqvE

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

This year’s symposium will present the benefits, opportunities and lessons learned so far from Australia’s first disability workforce regulator @VDWCommission. Hear from Commissioner Dan Stubbs and board members Jessica Sullivan and Kelly Schulz. (https://t.co/w2nuV2wtoR)

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

⌛The 2024 Virtual Disability Conference is fast approaching. Did you know registration entitles you to 12mo access to the conference materials? Register to rewatch at a time that suits you. Virtual Disability Conference 2024: New Frontiers (https://t.co/w2nuV2wtoR)

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

The support of our sponsors allows us to provide a world-class experience for attendees. A big thank you to 📢 @scopeaust 📢 @dana_advocacy 📢 @NDS_Disability 📢@VDWCommission 📢@mdi_unimelb 📢@NDRP_Aus Register at (https://t.co/w2nuV2wtoR)

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

It’s been a year of reflection following the Disability Royal Commission findings and the NDIS report. Register now to hear from keynote speakers
@almcewin and @rosemarykayess
as they discuss CRPD through the Disability Reform Agenda. https://t.co/fdZ9JqxSes

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

A strong foundation: how well-designed foundational supports could save the NDIS. Join our panellists as they provide evidence-backed need for designing and commissioning foundational supports. @cathmcalpine @bluntshovels @gdisney_melb @olney_sue https://t.co/lLtQp9srdd

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

What’s the future for people with disability subjected to institutionalised lives and expectations?  Join us for a panel discussion with high-profile panellists @rosemarykayess @stephaniegotlib Tim Chan & Sue Swenson https://t.co/lLtQp9srdd

[Virtual Disability Conference @VirtDisConf]

The @dana_advocacy Prize for the best ePoster has been awarded to Minnie Vo and her team at @VMIAC. Check out the submission at the Virtual Disability Conference on 25 September. 🎫Register now Virtual Disability Conference 2024: New Frontiers (https://t.co/w2nuV2wtoR)