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Fair Work Commission recommends changing law that allows lower super rate for workers with disability

People with disability working in supported employment are currently paid 9.5% superannuation while the rest of the workforce receives minimum 11%

The Guardian - AU

Nurturing Mental Health During The Transition To Life In A Wheelchair

Living with a disability, particularly the adjustment to life in a wheelchair can be a challenging and transformative experience.

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Australians with disability to gain extra job support

A plan to provide support and more sustainable job opportunities for Australians with disabilities and high support needs will be released by the government.

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Failure to address subminimum wages for people with disability in national plan ‘disappointing’, say advocates

Plan being released by social services minister Amanda Rishworth does not outline specific strategies to deal with lower rates of pay and superannuation

The Guardian - AU

‘Absolutely no excuse’: Australians with disability paid lower super rate in supported employment

Exclusive: Advocates say outdated and contradictory workplace laws are to blame for the disparity

The Guardian - AU

The Activist Who Made Toronto Transit More Accessible

Beryl Potter was a gadfly on a quest to make the TTC easier to use for people with disabilities. The fruits of her labour can be seen to this day

The Walrus

Mar Galcerán makes history as Spain’s first parliamentarian with Down’s syndrome

After being elected to Valencia’s regional assembly, Galcerán says she wants to be seen as a person, not for her disability

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Structured negotiation as a boost for disability rights

Structured negotiation is a collaborative and solution-driven dispute resolution technique which is increasingly being used as an alternative to litigation

The Hindu

Why neurodivergent children are falling through the cracks

Kids with autism, ADHD and learning difficulties are suffering.

The Canberra Times

Overcoming learning disability to ace Carnatic music

27-year-old Navin Padmanabhan's journey of overcoming learning disability to become a successful Carnatic musician.

The Hindu

UDID card: second phase of campaign begins on Monday

The second phase of a special campaign to issue UDID (Unique Disability Identity Card) card to the differently abled is set to get under way.

The Hindu

Four historical figures who you may not know had a disability

When we look back over years past, whose achievements make it into the history books? There are important stories and contributions that have long been overlooked because the people responsible were part of a marginalised group.

The Conversation

Parliamentary adviser and disability model among The Traitors season 2 contestants

AN Army engineer, a retired teacher and an insurance broker who survived a near-death experience are among the contestants taking part in the new…

The National (Scotland)

Civil rights leader forcibly removed from theater for using disability chair

In this interview, Bishop William Barber discusses his recent incident at a theater and advocates for better accommodations for people with disabilities.

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Civil rights leader kicked out of theater over disability accommodation

Reverend Barber's encounter with AMC Theater in Greenville, NC highlights a lack of respect for his special needs. AMC apologizes and vows policy review.

The Guardian - AU

‘They’re doing the wrong thing’: accessible taxi drivers at Melbourne airport filmed refusing service to wheelchair user

Under Victorian regulations, accessible cab drivers must prioritise wheelchair users and cannot refuse a fare

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EC asks parties not to use derogatory words for persons with disability

Election Commission urges politicians to avoid derogatory words for persons with disability, promoting accessible & inclusive elections for all.

AAP

Qantas taken to court over dog discrimination claim

Qantas is being taken to court over the airline's decision not to allow a woman's assistance dog to travel with her on its planes.

WEKU

Up First briefing: Texas immigration law; Pope approves blessing for same-sex couples.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill criminalizing illegal border crossings at the state level. Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples.

Dynamite News

Researchers reveal childhood trauma raises risk of chronic pain in adulthood

According to new research, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect, either alone or in combination with other types of childhood trauma, increases the likelihood of chronic pain and accompanying disability in adulthood. Read further on Dynamite news:

WEKU

A controversial Census Bureau proposal could shrink the U.S. disability rate by 40%

The Census Bureau has proposed changing how it produces data about people with disabilities. It could reduce the national rate of disability by about 40%. That's sparked controversy among advocates.

The Guardian - AU

Extra $25bn needed to make NDIS sustainable by boosting other disability services, actuary says

Chair of Actuaries Institute committee says money could go towards establishing early intervention programs for those with developmental delays

The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: The missing minister and a ‘very clear’ message to Britain’s disabled people

In today’s newsletter: ‘Demoting’ the role of minister for disabled people says a lot about the Conservative party’s priorities, says Frances Ryan

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