International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), Wednesday 3 December, is a global moment to recognise rights, achievements and contributions—and to turn awareness into everyday inclusion. This year’s theme, “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress,” invites all Australians to choose inclusion every day.
Right now, 1 in 5 Australians has disability – yet people with disability appear in less than 3% of mainstream advertising. We’re aiming to change that. This year we’re running a campaign to get people with disability seen in mainstream media – where representation is still far too low.
We are asking for:
- donated media space,
- access to other organisation’s internal or external channels
- donations and funding to secure additional reach.
Visit our website to read more, learn how you can champion inclusion and help us get disability front and centre this December.
How can you help
Share our CEO letter with a business or contact asking them to donate media space to our campaign – we will provide all the necessary artwork.
Request letter
Donate to help buy media space and boost visibility. 100% of donated funds will go directly to promoting people with disability this IDPwD.
Donate today
Together, let’s make sure people with disability are not just acknowledged – but truly seen, heard and celebrated!
Gongs, grants and galleries!
Melba’s Arthur Creative is a hive of activity at the best of times, but this past month has seen things go into overdrive!
Melba says no to racism
At Melba every person has the right to feel welcome, respected and safe. We are committed to building a culturally safe environment where racism and discrimination have no place. We take a stance against racism. Our anti-racism statement is part of our approach to challenge discrimination and create a more inclusive environment for everyone.
Bacchus Marsh day program forum
This forum will be an opportunity for people to share ideas and discuss the potential benefits and considerations of establishing a new day program in Bacchus Marsh.
Join us for a community forum to talk about a possible new day program on Wednesday 12 November.
If you know someone who might like to find out more, please encourage them to attend.
Looking for a new home?
Take a tour of a newly built Specialist Disability Accommodation house in Sebastopol (Ballarat)on Friday 21 November where Melba offers Supported Independent Living.
Where you live matters, come and talk to us about where, how and with who you want to live.
At Melba, we’re here to work with you to find your home and make it truly yours.
Online information sessions
We’re running two short, online sessions to help you understand how occupational therapy (OT) and positive behaviour support (PBS) can help you or someone you know. Sessions are free, online and include time for questions.
Victoria passes Treaty
Melba’s Aboriginal Connections, Liaison & Awareness Officer, Tim White, who is a proud Wiradjuri man, shares his perspective on news Victoria has passed Australia’s first Treaty law, creating a permanent Indigenous voice in parliament.
ARROW targets accessibility
Accessibility remains a daily issue for people with disability and too often it feels like there’s little we can do to remove these barriers – particularly those that are physical. Not anymore. Our ARROW East group has found an app that addresses the problem.
