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‘The very nature of microcredentials means it is affordable for the learner’

‘The very nature of microcredentials means it is affordable for the learner’

September 6, 2024

Melba has partnered with RMIT to launch two microcredentials: Foundations of Accessible and Inclusive Workplaces, and Human Rights in the Support Context. RMIT Online CEO Nic Cola reveals why they will supercharge your career.

Statement in response to NDIS reforms regarding sexuality supports  

Statement in response to NDIS reforms regarding sexuality supports  

August 29, 2024

Melba is one of 38 Australian disability and allied health organisations that have signed a position statement that strongly opposes any reform to the NDIS that allows the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) to exclude services without consultation or following a process based on “reasonable and necessary” supports, particularly as they relate to sexuality supports for people with disability.  

Celebrating the Paralympics: A testament to human resilience and achievement 

Celebrating the Paralympics: A testament to human resilience and achievement 

August 28, 2024

The Paralympics plays a crucial role in changing societal attitudes towards disability. By showcasing the abilities and achievements of athletes with disability, the games challenge stereotypes and promote a more inclusive and equitable world.

How to safely and respectfully capture disability data at work (and why it’s important)

How to safely and respectfully capture disability data at work (and why it’s important)

August 23, 2024

A new report reveals 35 per cent of employees with disability choose to keep their disability status hidden, fearing they will be marginalised or passed over for promotion.

The government has resolved a major NDIS deadlock, but there’s far more water to flow under the bridge

The government has resolved a major NDIS deadlock, but there’s far more water to flow under the bridge

August 22, 2024

When the legislation passes parliament, which could be as early as today now it has support from the Coalition, the government will face a very apprehensive disability community.

The percentage of Australians with disability has surged in a few years. Here’s why …

The percentage of Australians with disability has surged in a few years. Here’s why …

August 21, 2024

Updated figures show Australia has witnessed a significant surge in disability prevalence, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s understanding and measurement of disability.

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