As part of an ongoing commitment to the rights of people with disability, the Australian Government is developing a National Disability Strategy (the Strategy).
The Strategy will be developed in close consultation with the Australian community, disability and carer peak bodies, employers, industry experts and state and territory governments.
The Strategy aims to address the barriers that are faced by Australians with disability and promote social inclusion.
The Strategy will be an important mechanism in ensuring the principles underpinning the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, recently ratified by the government, are integrated into policies and programs affecting people with disability, their families and carers.
To express your views, you can provide written feedback via email or post, or you can attend a consultation.
Public consultation in Adelaide will be on 24th November 2008.
For further information on the Strategy, to RSVP for a consultation or to provide feedback, please contact us by:
Phone: the National Disability Strategy hotline 1800 077 765
Email: nds@nationalmailing.com.au
Post:National Disability StrategyPO Box 7442Canberra Business CentreACT, 2610
TTY: Phone 1800 555 677 and ask for 1800 077 765
