News & Media

Regular updates about what’s new in disability employment, including media releases and upcoming events.

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10 simple tips to improve digital accessibility

15 May 2024

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) highlights the importance of digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disability. It’s critical for employers to ensure that their digital platforms and products are accessible to everyone.

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JobAccess’ new Conversation Guide designed to support employers and employees in making workplace adjustments

7 May 2024

JobAccess has launched a Conversation Guide to support employers and employees with disability discuss workplace adjustments with openness, empathy and action.

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New Disability Employment Services Quality Guidelines and updated DES Quality Framework now available

8 February 2024

New Disability Employment Services Quality Guidelines and updated DES Quality Framework now available

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Goal setting for 2024: access diverse talent by hiring people with disability

15 January 2024

Australian businesses can diversify their hiring strategy in 2024 by tapping into a talent pool of people with disability and engaging with free Government-funded supports like JobAccess.

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JobAccess’ national webinar highlights importance of workplace adjustments to bridge disability employment gap

12 January 2024

JobAccess held a national webinar for employers on improving access and inclusion through workplace adjustments to mark the International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) in December 2023.

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