Events: Tue 27 Mar 2018 - ONE OF THE KIDS

Typical child has special needs

A mother of a child without a disability writes about her decision to send her son to an inclusive preschool. She believes this environment helps her son develop a respect for and understanding of difference and helps to break down society's prejudice towards people with disabilities.

Making friends within inclusive community recreation programs

This article presents strategies for promoting friendships between people with and without disability as they jointly participate in inclusive community recreation programs. With recreation programs in a constant state of change, the 'zero exclusion' approach is favoured.

Unspeakable conversations

Harriet McBryde Johnson is a person with severe physical disability who works as a disability lawyer and advocate. She describes a meeting and debate with philosopher Peter Singer, which allows both parties to gain insights into each other's position. A thought provoking article written with wit and insight.

What do you want to be when you grow up? The importance of life-long learning

A mother shares insights into the importance of life-long learning for children with developmental disability. She discusses the importance of family-centered early intervention and respite services, as well as a community that encourages participation of all members.

From management to partnership: the change in relationships required by parents for quality service

This paper discusses the relationship between parents and professionals in relation to making decisions about their children. Traditionally, parents have been treated as the 'junior partner' in the relationship, being manipulated by a system that offers them false empowerment.

No, we did not know beforehand

A first-time mother shares her experience of discovering her son Bryce had Down Syndrome. Two years later, with the support of family and friends, she has learnt to look at the person, not the disability.

Inclusion is not a place, it's a feeling

A mother writes of her pride at her son Troy's graduation from a mainstream school. Troy's moving graduation speech is included.

Personal assistance -what it is and what it is not

Drawing on personal experience, the author discusses the importance of empowerment in personal assistance. The relationship between the assistant and the assisted should be honest, open and respectful; each should be suited to the other.

Being done "(un)to" or not!!!

This inspirational paper traces Mike's journey and quest for independence. After voluntarily admitting himself to an institution, he participated in the 'Demonstration Project', a trial of a supported accommodation program for people with disability, which encourages self-management of support needs. Mike was a founder of Lifestyle Options Inc.

Some personal reflections in the bringing about change more authentically 'with' people who require services

This paper discusses the 'person by person' project in Melbourne which works to empower families to create a vision for their children based on each individual's unique talents and abilities.

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