Only 1.25% of Aussie beaches are accessible and with your support we can change that.
π Donate today and your support will open the beach to everyone.
All donations are tax deductible.Β
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Letβs make every beach an accessible beach!
ABA's Bern Walker recently sat down with Arianna from Able Foods to talk about our mission and the state of accessible beaches in Australia.
π Read the first of a two-part blog series here https://t.co/FGk7iPjdgR
"Just think about the importance of young kids coming down to the beach with their parents, and it just being the norm to see people with disabilities being included."
"Just think about the importance of young kids coming down to the beach with their parents, and it just being the norm to see people with disabilities being included."
Want to Get Involved? π
Weβre making beaches accessible for everyone β and you can help! Check out our Current Opportunities page to see how you can volunteer, partner, or support our mission.
Together, we can make a real difference. π Join us today: https://t.co/XroL28ESf9
Having accessible beach wheelchair storage:
β’ Enables independence: by allowing people to access the beach whenever THEY want to rather than only at designated times and days
β’ Fosters true inclusion
β’ Shows people with disabilities they are VALUED
Having accessible beach wheelchair storage:
β’ Enables independence: by allowing people to access the beach whenever THEY want to rather than only at designated times and days
β’ Fosters true inclusion
β’ Shows people with disabilities they are VALUED
π Building a More Inclusive Coastline π
Weβre making Aussie beaches accessible for everyone!ποΈ
How we help:
β Beach Audits
β Disability Training
β Grant Support
β Access Committee Talks & more!
Links in bio to learn more!
#AccessibleBeachesAustralia#BeachInclusion
π Making Beaches Accessible
Accessibility is a journey, and we're here to guide you every step of the way. From audits & equipment to training, community engagement, and designβweβve got you covered! ποΈπ
#AccessibleBeaches#BeachesAreForEveryone
π Visit Mooloolaba Beach!
With accessible parking, beach matting, bathrooms, outdoor showers, shade, & even beach wheelchairs, itβs the perfect spot for everyone! ποΈ Plus, itβs surrounded by dining & retail options.
#AccessibleBeaches#SunshineCoast
π΄ Palm Cove, QLD: A stunning, wheelchair-accessible beach that has it all! π
β Accessible parking, bathrooms, & pathways
β Beach matting & wheelchairs
β Outdoor showers, BBQs, & picnic tables
#AccessibleBeaches#PalmCove#InclusiveTravel
Australia has some of the worldβs most stunning beaches, but 4.4 million Australians with disabilities are missing out!. πβοΈ
Everyone deserves the chance to enjoy our coastlines. Letβs push for more accessible amenities!
#AccessibleBeaches#InclusionMatters#BeachForAll
Today, we proudly recognise our Founder & Chair, Shane Hryhorec, who was nominated for Australian of the Year in the Local Hero category! π Shane's advocacy is improving accessibility for thousands, from beaches to public amenities.
π Come along for the launch of Frankston Beachβs new accessible matting! Sun, sand & inclusion π Nov 30th, 12-3 pm, ribbon cutting at 2 pm! #AccessibleBeaches
Discover Tallebudgera Creek! Accessible parking, beach matting, wheelchair access & more. Perfect for an inclusive day out π #AccessibleBeaches#Inclusion
π OT and Physio students in Melbourne! We need volunteers to assist with beach wheelchairs at Frankston Beach on Nov 30, 1:30-4:30 PM. Email [email protected]!
In August, we conducted beach accessibility audits at 14 locations on the Bass Coast. We handed our report to the council yesterday! Together, weβre working towards a more inclusive Bass Coast!
Would you be interested in our audits? Contact us at [email protected]!