This forum will discuss how an inclusive education system can support students with disability to transition into open employment. Drawing on the lived experience of young people and their families, we will explore what works and what has not worked in transition planning. We will share the benefits of starting the Discovery Process early, a central element of the Customised Employment model, to successfully support the development of a student's will and preferences in their career choices.
About the forum
All students with disability in NSW should have access to open employment opportunities. This forum, hosted by People with Disability Australia and Family Advocacy, will discuss how an inclusive education system can support students with disability to transition into open employment. Drawing on the lived experience of young people and their families, we will explore what works and what has not worked in transition planning. We will share the benefits of starting the Discovery Process early, a central element of the Customised Employment model, to successfully support the development of a student's will and preferences in their career choices.
Speakers:
Keynote speaker: Disability Discrimination Commissioner, Rosemary Kayess
Guest speakers:
Megan Spindler-Smith, Acting CEO, PWDA
Cecile Sullivan Elder, Executive Officer Family Advocacy
Rhiannon Samuels-Connell, Work Experience Advocate
Kate Washington MP, Minister for Disability Inclusion
Liesl Tesch MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Disability Inclusion
Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC, Shadow Minister for Disability Inclusion
Sarah Mitchell MLC, Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning
Abigail Boyd MLC, Chair, Parliamentary Education Committee
Alexander Greenwich MP, Independent Member for Sydney
Register now, seats are limited!
Register now by clicking HERE or scanning the QR code in the flyer. We will have AUSLAN interpreting and live captioning. Please let us know if you require any further accessibility support by emailing communications@family-advocacy.com
Download flyer here
Questions?
Email julianl@pwd.org.au
