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People with Disability

Disability Discrimination Act

Equality and Fairness

Australia's Disability Strategy (ADS)

Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability

Safety

Restrictive Practices

Segregation of People with Disability

Decision Making

National Decision-Making Framework

Deprivation of Liberty on the Basis of Impairment

Strengthening protection of the rights of people with disability through a national Human Rights Act (HRA)

The issue

What did the DRC recommend?

Support for a national HRA

Protecting rights specific to people with disability

Why a national HRA?

What would a national HRA look like?

Evidence a national HRA can work

Position and recommendations

Human Rights-based Needs Assessment Model

Executive Summary

Ongoing commitment to co-design throughout the process

Engagement with existing trusted professionals and support networks

Flexibility in assessment process

Background

Key principles for a human rights-based model of needs assessment

1. Recognises diversity and intersectionality.

2. Embeds accessibility in tools and supporting resources.

3. Ensures active participation of people with disability and their support networks.

4. Incorporates access to independent supported decision making.

5. Accounts for impacts of fluctuating and episodic disability.

6. Considers impacts of co-occurring or intersecting disabilities.

7. Considers environmental factors and is responsive to life course changes.

8. Equally weights lived experience alongside other forms of evidence.

Three-part needs assessments process

NDIS Review

Human rights concerns

People with disability are not meaningfully involved

NDIS reform is diverging from a rights-based approach

Quiz

Recognises diversity and intersectionality.

Survey/Feedback

Discussion

Welcome to the "Principles of Human Rights-Based Disability Support in Australia" course. In an evolving landscape of disability support, understanding the foundational human rights that protect and empower individuals with disabilities is more critical than ever.

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Welcome to the "Principles of Human Rights-Based Disability Support in Australia" course. In an evolving landscape of disability support, understanding the foundational human rights that protect and empower individuals with disabilities is more critical than ever. This comprehensive online course delves deep into the core frameworks governing disability rights in Australia, including the Disability Discrimination Act, Australia's Disability Strategy (ADS), and the pivotal findings of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. 

Whether you are a disability support worker, an NDIS provider, a policymaker, or an advocate, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge to champion equality, fairness, and safety. You will explore the urgent need for a national Human Rights Act (HRA) and how it can strengthen protections for people with disabilities. Furthermore, the course provides an in-depth look at the Human Rights-based Needs Assessment Model, emphasizing diversity, intersectionality, accessibility, and the active participation of individuals in their own care. 

We will also critically examine the recent NDIS Review, addressing human rights concerns and ensuring that people with disabilities remain meaningfully involved in reforms. By the end of this course, you will have a robust understanding of supported decision-making, restrictive practices, and how to apply a human rights lens to everyday disability support. Join us in advocating for a more inclusive, transparent, and empowering future for all Australians with disabilities.

Principles of Human Rights-Based Disability Support in Australia

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            <h1>Principles of Human Rights-Based Disability Support in Australia</h1>

<p>The provision of disability support in Australia is fundamentally anchored in the protection, promotion, and preservation of human rights. For Disability Support Workers, understanding these principles is not merely a regulatory requirement, but a critical component of daily practice that directly impacts the lives, dignity, and autonomy of participants. This course explores the essential frameworks that govern the sector, including the Disability Discrimination Act, Australia's Disability Strategy, and the profound insights derived from the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. By examining these foundational elements, support professionals will recognize their pivotal role in safeguarding participants against segregation, restrictive practices, and the deprivation of liberty, ensuring that equality and fairness remain at the forefront of every interaction.</p>

<p>As the landscape of disability support continues to evolve, so too does the need for a comprehensive understanding of emerging rights-based models and legislative shifts. Throughout this curriculum, professionals will navigate the advocacy for a national Human Rights Act and its specific protections for people with disability. Furthermore, the course delves into the Human Rights-based Needs Assessment Model, emphasizing the importance of intersectionality, co-design, and the National Decision-Making Framework. By critically analyzing current NDIS reforms and their alignment with these rights-based approaches, support workers will be equipped to foster environments that prioritize safety, active participation, and independent supported decision-making. Ultimately, this knowledge empowers workers to translate high-level legislative principles into meaningful, fair, and empowering daily support, reinforcing their vital responsibility in advocating for the rights and choices of those they serve.</p>
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