News & Media

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

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Impact Data shows improved disability confidence among Australian employers partnering with JobAccess and NDRC

9 July 2024

The Impact Data is a summary of responses to surveys by organisations who completed a 12-month partnership with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC). The NDRC is the employer engagement service of JobAccess.

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Invitation to Employers: Driving Disability Employment seminar - Melbourne VIC, 8 August 2024

24 June 2024

Smart organisations are tapping into the diverse skills people with disability have to offer. Join this free seminar to hear from disability-confident employers who have embraced inclusive practices to attract and employ candidates with disability.

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Everyone wins through the disability employment tourism pilot

19 June 2024

Are you part of the tourism industry? Have you thought about employing people with disability but haven’t quite got over the line yet? Well now is the time.

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How SMEs can widen their talent pool with support from JobAccess

12 June 2024

Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing hiring challenges. This is due to low unemployment rates and ongoing staffing shortages. However, SMEs have an opportunity to access a wider talent pool and diversify their teams.

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A Factsheet for the Disability Employment Services (DES) Quality Framework is now available on the Department of Social Services Website.

7 June 2024

A Factsheet for the Disability Employment Services (DES) Quality Framework is now available on the Department of Social Services Website.

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JobAccess webinar highlights benefits of disability employment for regional businesses and SMEs

24 May 2024

News – JobAccess webinar highlights the benefits of disability employment for regional businesses and SMEs

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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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