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              • Person with disability accessibly the Big Red Button App on the tablet.

                Using Technology to Increase Autonomy

                In case of an emergency users can hit the "Big Red Button" app on their Jeenee mobile phone, which puts them in direct contact with the CCA's help centre – staffed by people knowledgeable and trained in disability issues. In 2018, Jeenee Mobile had tens of thousands of customers both with and without disabilities throughout Australia.
                Community Connections Australia & Jeenee Mobile, “Big Red Button” App, Australia

              • A project participant and her mentor hug in front of a British building.

                University inclusion programme for persons with intellectual disabilities

                "Uni 2 beyond" enables individuals with intellectual disabilities to attend lectures and tutorials at the University of Sydney with the support of peer mentors. The participants also undertake a paid internship, during which they receive support from a workplace mentor and have access to personalized career advice.
                The Centre for Disability Studies, Uni 2 beyond, Australia

              • Member of Parliament filming video.

                Electoral inclusion campaign for people with intellectual disabilities

                ICanVote is a campaign to support the right of people with intellectual disabilities to participate in elections. It focuses on providing three key components: easy language and dual-read content on political citizenship, online campaign information through web and social media, and multimedia materials in easy read language.
                Inclusion Melbourne, ICanVote, Australia

              • Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australia

              • Two African teenagers seated in group with other caucasian participants. One of the African students raising his hand while the other is clapping.

                NGO developing young people with disabilities for leadership positions

                In 2019 the Youth Disability Advocacy Service from Australia developed a leadership programme for young people with disabilities aged 14 to 25, and by 2022 there were 120 graduates, most of whom have gained paid employment. In addition, the programme has already been licensed to other organizations.
                Youth Affairs Council Victoria, Young Leaders Programme, Australia

              • Three girls are hug and smile at the camera, while wearing their uniforms.

                A rights-based approach for young people to have a place in mainstream classrooms

                The Inclusive Education Policy, implemented in 2018, is designed to ensure that all children and young people in Queensland attend their local state school. Each institution is allocated appropriate resources and funding. Individual support during implementation is provided by regional inclusion coaches.
                Queensland Department of Education, Inclusive Education Policy, Australia

              • The consultation and engagement stage of the website and JobAccess services development © JobAccess Programme, Australian Government, Department of Social Services (DSS)

                One platform for all - from assistance to incentives for employers

                JobAccess Service helps people with disabilities, employers, employment service providers, and the community to access advice regarding resources, financial assistance, and workplace services. By 2016, the government-driven service has managed 245,000 enquiries and has created 2,500 job opportunities.
                Australian Department of Social Services, JobAccess Service 2016
Department of Social Services (DSS), WorkFocus Group, Australia, Australia

              • Using pictures to promote health

                "Picture my Participation" is a paediatric self-report tool that uses pictures to discuss health-related topics for children aged 5–17 in various contexts and settings. The tool can be used to measure the level of participation of children with disabilities in low and middle income countries (LAMI) and other marginalised communities
                Child and Adolescent Health Service of Western Australia, Australia

              • A nine-year-old boy with low vision wears earplugs, while benting over his pad and watching the screen.

                Early-learning technology for children who are blind or visually impaired

                Ballyland is a range of gamified educational software programmes and apps. These support children who are blind or visually impaired to acquire foundational technology skills that enable them to use computers and mobile devices and to practice orientation, spatial awareness, memory, and listening comprehension.
                Sonokids Australia, Ballyland educational apps, Australia

              • The photo shows three young children engaged in a playful activity on the floor. They are surrounded by colorful educational toys, such as puzzle pieces and blocks with numbers and letters on them, suggesting a learning environment. The children appear to be Asian and are dressed in casual, comfortable clothing. One child is focused on placing a puzzle piece, another is holding a toy, and the third is reaching out to a piece, indicating cooperation and shared playtime. The setting promotes themes of learning, equality, and the importance of nurturing environments for children's development.

                A tactile inclusive play kit supporting the development of all children

                Reach & Match, Australia: Provides an inclusive play-based learning program with sensory mats and Braille/print alphabet tiles. Used by 35,000 children in eight countries since 2024, winning awards and partnering with organizations like World Vision and UNICEF.
                Reach & Match inclusive education programme, Australia