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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability Awareness & Inclusive Customer Experience
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that 1 in 5 customers have a disability in Australia? And for every $1 a business invests in accessibility\, it can generate up to $13 in extra revenue (Monash University). \nIn this free webinar\, you will learn how inclusive practices attract new customers and boost your business revenue and you will explore strategies and tips you can use to provide a more inclusive customer experience for people with disabilities. \nCo-designed with people with lived experience of disability and neurodivergence\, you will learn to: \n\nRecognise the benefits associated with becoming an inclusive business\nDevelop your knowledge of disability and challenge common myths and stereotypes\nDiscover practical adjustments that enhance inclusivity beyond physical accessibility features\nExplore best practices tips for inclusive communication\nIdentify easy-to-implement initiatives for customers with various needs\n\n  \nAfter the webinar\, you will receive additional resources to support your learning via email. It includes: \n\na comprehensive guidebook\,\nvarious accessibility checklists\,\nan access and inclusion plan\,\na certificate of completion.\n\nSome benefits you can expect by becoming more inclusive: \n\nIncreased customer base\,\nBoosted revenue\,\nImproved reputation\,\nAttract and retain talent.\n\nWe want to make sure our webinars are as inclusive as possible. Please let us know if you have any particular accessibility or support requirements to get the most out of this training. \n  \n\n \nThis webinar is part of our Open Doors Project. Learn more about this initiative in and how we work towards increasing disability awareness in WA’s business community.
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/webinar-disability-inclusive-customer-experience/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming training
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SUMMARY:GROW WA | Embracing Lived Experience for Businesses Webinar
DESCRIPTION:**Free webinar | GROW WA initiative** \nJoin us in this session\, which is tailored for businesses and organisations aiming to cultivate a more inclusive and diverse workplace by recognising and embracing the unique lived experiences of their team members. Whether individuals have openly shared their lived experiences or kept them private\, these unique journeys often equip them with invaluable insights\, skills\, and perspectives that cannot be replicated merely through academic or external learning. Learn to harness and support your team! \nThis online webinar is for individuals in any role or sector who wish to understand how to bring the best out of staff with lived or living experiences. In this taster workshop. You will learn: \nParticipants attending this webinar will strengthen their understanding of: \n\nThe value of lived/living experiences within a team\nThe important role of power dynamics and intersectionality\nStrategies for Interviewing and Onboarding for Lived Experience Candidates\n\n  \nTickets \nThis is part 3 of a four-part webinar series launching from December 2024 to March 2025 as part of the GROW WA – an initiative delivered by Inclusion Solutions and powered by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA. GROW WA focuses on promoting inclusive employment practices and fostering accessible\, respectful workplaces for everyone in Western Australia. \nLearn more about the GROW WA initiative
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/grow-wa-embracing-lived-experience-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250212T130000
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SUMMARY:GROW WA | Neurodiversity in the Workplace Webinar
DESCRIPTION:**Free webinar | GROW WA initiative** \nJoin us in this session to grow your awareness of neurodivergence so you can take a more inclusive and informed approach to working within diverse teams. \nThis is part 2 of a four-part webinar series launching from December 2024 to March 2025 as part of the GROW WA – an initiative delivered by Inclusion Solutions and powered by Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA. GROW WA focuses on promoting inclusive employment practices and fostering accessible\, respectful workplaces for everyone in Western Australia. \nThis online webinar is for individuals in any role or sector who wish to understand how to support neurodivergent colleagues better and increase their understanding of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. \nParticipants attending this webinar will strengthen their understanding of: \n\nNeurodiversity versus neurodivergence\nThe theory and history of neurodivergence\nDebunking myths\, stereotypes\, and assumptions about neurodivergence\nPractical tools to help create an inclusive work environment for neurodivergent people.\n\nTickets \nLearn more about the GROW WA initiative
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/grow-wa-neurodiversity-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241217T140000
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SUMMARY:FREE School Holiday Session: Disability Awareness & Meet and Greet Presentation with Ben Popham Paralympian
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Details\nWorkshop Length: 1 hour \nAge Range: 7-17 (age 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) \nDate: Tuesday 17th December 2024 \nTime: 1pm-2pm \nCost: Free (sign up essential\, places limited) \nVenue: 4/61 Walters Dr\, Osborne Park WA 6017 | Inclusion WA Offices\, Osborne Park \n   \nAbout the Workshop\nInclusion Solutions is proud to present the Building Inclusive Schools Project – a series of inspiring presentations to high schools across WA\, helping shift bias and foster genuine change from classroom to community. \nHear from Ben Popham OAM\, a dual Paralympic gold medalist\, world record holder\, and Little Telethon Star of 2011\, as he shares his personal journey of inclusion and feeling valued in his community as a person with a disability. \nOur skilled Inclusion Consultants will delve into social inclusion theory and Social Role Valorization. By leveraging Ben’s personal experiences\, we will examine how we can collectively create more inclusive high schools and communities. Students will leave with practical tips on identifying obstacles and promoting the inclusion of all people\, empowering them to make a positive impact in their own communities. \nPrepare to be inspired as you hear the remarkable story of Ben Popham OAM. Ben is not only a dual Paralympic gold medalist and world record holder\, but also the Little Telethon Star of 2011. He has overcome challenges and obstacles throughout his journey and has achieved what many thought was impossible. \nBen shares his story with students across the state\, drawing on his personal experiences of inclusion and feeling valued in his community as someone with a disability during his time in primary and high school. Ben’s passion\, perseverance\, and unwavering determination serve as an inspiration to us all. \n\n \nThe Building Inclusive Schools Project is funded by Telethon.
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/disability-awareness-students/
LOCATION:Inclusion WA\, 4/61 Walters Drive\, Osborne Park\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6017\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming training
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SUMMARY:Free webinar to celebrate IDPwD: Social Inclusion and Disability Awareness
DESCRIPTION:**Free webinar to celebrate International Day of People with Disability** \nCome and celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) with us in an engaging and informative webinar\, and equip yourself with knowledge and confidence to ensure you and your business/organisation are inclusive and welcoming of all people\, particularly people with a disability. \nThis is part 1 of a four-part webinar series launching from December 2024 to March 2025 as part of the GROW WA – an initiative delivered by Inclusion Solutions and powered by Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA. GROW WA focuses on promoting inclusive employment practices and fostering accessible\, respectful workplaces for everyone in Western Australia. \nThis online webinar is designed to equip participants with the tools and confidence to champion the inclusion of people with disability. It is for individuals in any role or sector who wish to improve their knowledge of disability and inclusion. \nParticipants attending this webinar will gain a foundational understanding of: \n\nThe models of disability and the concept of social inclusion.\nThe ongoing disadvantages faced by individuals with disabilities in our community.\nThe importance of language and why mindful language matters.\nPractical strategies and ideas to promote inclusion within their businesses/organisations and communities.\n\n \nTickets\n\nLearn more about the GROW WA initiative
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/social-inclusion-disability-awareness-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:This is a 3 hour training delivered face-to-face in Boorloo/ Perth CBD. \nA practical training for team members and staff looking to increase their awareness of neurodivergence and take a more inclusive and informed approach to working within their diverse team\, developed by trainers with relevant lived and professional experience. \nLight Morning Tea will be provided. \nWho is this workshop for? \nIndividuals in any role or sector\, who wish to understand how to support neurodivergent colleagues better\, and increase representation of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. \nWorkshop Content: \n\nStrengthen your understanding of neurodiversity V. neurodivergence\nExplore Neuro-affirming language and theory\nUnderstanding best practice to support neurodivergent staff\nBreak down stereotypes associated with neurodivergence\nLearning how to support disclosure and respond to access needs in professional settings\nUnderstanding strengths of neurodivergence\nUnderstanding the concepts of masking and unmasking in relation to neurodivergence\nPractical tools and tips to apply for staff and managers who work alongside neurodivergent folk\n\n\n \n  \nA note on accessibility and neurodiversity: We try to make our events as accessible and neurodivergent friendly as possible. However\, we continue to learn and be informed by you. Please let us know at info@inclusionsolutions.org.au if you may need anything additional to ensure you can participate in our event.
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/training-neurodiversity-workplace/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 3/256 Adelaide Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming training
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SUMMARY:IDAHOBIT Social Inclusion Forum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate diversity and join us at the 2024 International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia\, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) Social Inclusion Forum! Hear inspiring insights into the profound impact of social inclusion for individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community. The forum will feature three guest speakers\, a dynamic panel discussion\, and stalls showcasing local community services operating in this space. We invite all guests to stick around at the end of the event to enjoy some light refreshments and a chance to mingle. If you share our passion for social inclusion\, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss! Get your ticket here. \n  \nGuest Speakers \n💡 Bella Broadway (she/her) – Connection and Wellbeing Australia \n💡 Stevie Lane (they/them) – Edith Cowan University and Rainbow Futures WA \n💡 Matt Shaw (he/him) – Inclusion Solutions \n  \nPanellist \n💡 Lukasz Krzyzowski (he/him) – Edith Cowan University and previously leading the Rainbow Migrants Project in 2023 \n💡 Kedy Kristal (she/her) – GRAI \n💡 Becca Attwood (they/them) – The Youth Pride Network \n💡 Stephanie Vaughan (she/her) – Author of “Half him\, Half her”. \n  \nThis forum aims to: \n\nProvide a vibrant platform for exploration and discussion on the benefits of social inclusion.\nDeepen understanding of the unique challenges faced by the LGBTIQA+ community.\nFoster intersectional approaches to building inclusive communities.\nInspire fresh ideas and meaningful connections to promote equality and justice.\nEmpower individuals to be proactive allies and champions of inclusion.\n\nThis event is proudly hosted by Inclusion Solutions with support from the City of Canning. \n  \nAccessibility Information: \n\nWheelchair-accessible venue.\nPortable hearing augmentation system available on site.\nAuslan interpreters provided.\nLow sensory/chill-out space available.\nStaff identifiable via name badges.\nAssistance animals welcome.\n\n  \nThis event is open to anyone curious to learn strategies to create truly inclusive environments including individuals\, members of community groups and clubs\, disability\, health\, sport and other community services as well as government agencies. \n#SocialInclusionMatters \n\n \n  \nParking Information: \nParking is available on Hill View Place including ACROD parking bays. Please do not park on verges\, footpaths or 30 minute parking bays in front of the shops and observe all parking signs as Rangers do apply fines in this area. The City encourages the use of public transport: Bus 30\, 72\, 75\, 100\, and 101 stops at Lawson St (near Beveridge Street)\, a short 3 minute walk to the centre. Please visit Transperth website for timetables. \nPlease let us know of any individual accessibility requirements or queries via kimberleye@inclusionsolutions.org.au or call us for a friendly chat on (08) 9443 7226. You can also request a map showing available parking locations as well as photos of the venue to assist with planning and orientation. \n  \nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nFor further information\, please contact kimberleye@inclusionsolutions.org.au or call us for a friendly chat on (08) 9443 7226.
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/idahobit-social-inclusion-forum/
LOCATION:Hillview Intercultural Community Centre\, 1-3 Hill View Pl\, Bentley\, WA\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Social Inclusion Forum
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SUMMARY:Industry Mentors in Employment Sundowner
DESCRIPTION:Inclusion Solutions and Inclusion WA are excited to announce our Industry Mentors Sundowner as part of our Industry Mentors in Employment Project.\nThe Industry Mentors in Employment project is about supporting people with disabilities to gain employment. \nThis is done by fostering authentic connections with mentors in a person’s chosen industry. Mentors can share stories and experiences about life in the industry while introducing individuals to helpful networks and increasing their confidence. As part of this process\, we’d like to invite mentors\, mentees and any other individuals who might be interested in the project to a small networking sundowner. \nThis event is a great opportunity to meet people interested in various industries\, see if the project could be right for you\, and enjoy some pizza\, drinks and a great atmosphere! \nRegister to attend
URL:https://inclusionsolutions.org.au/event/industry-mentors-in-employment-sundowner/
LOCATION:General Public Food Co\, 3/882 Beaufort St cnr Beaufort St and Ninth Ave\, Inglewood\, WA\, 6052\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking
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