 Coalition wins 2013 Federal Election
The Liberal National Coalition has defeated the Australian Labor Party in the 2013 Federal Election and Tony Abbott will be sworn in this week as Prime Minister. Read here Tony Abbott's Letter to the people of Australia outlining legislative priorities and commitments of the new goverment.
 Meet the new Minister for Disability Services and Ageing, The Hon John Ajaka
In this video the Minister introduces himself: talks about his childhood, career development, importance of community and family, commitment to tackle prejudice and injustice and working toward a community that embraces difference, plus outlines some key focus areas. View the video.
 Sydney Theatre Company - Preview Offer
Discount for NSW CID e-news SubscribersTaking cues from comic books and action movies, STC's new play 'Super Discount' puts a room of actors to the test. Who will be good? Who will be evil? Together, can they take responsibility for our world? Can we? Sydney Theatre Company and N.S.W. Council for Intellectual Disability would like to present you with $15 off on preview shows between 20-24 Sep. Simply use promo word TALENT, when booking online here.
 Chair in Intellectual Disability and Behaviour Support
UNSW seeks to appoint a Chair in Intellectual Disability and Behaviour Support (IDBS). The appointee will provide leadership in the areas of research, teaching, policy and practice related to IDBS and will be established within UNSW Medicine or within UNSW Arts & Social Sciences subject to the appointee's background. Applications are sought from individuals from relevant disciplines including psychology, nursing, education, social work and allied health sectors. For further information click here.
 ADVOKIT
New website to support advocacy regarding NDISThis website has been developed by Disability Advocacy Network Australia Limited (DANA) to support advocacy for people with disabilities in connection with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The site can be accessed for general information or to find information about specific issues. To access this resource click here.
 New handbook to help older Australians with a disability stay connected with their community
Community groups across Australia will be supported to better include older Australians with a disability via a new resource - This is our space: Ageing with disability. Older people with a disability should have the same choices and opportunities as other Australians to participate within their local communities. This new handbook provides information, strategies and tools to support the inclusion of older people with disability in mainstream, community-based activities. You can access the handbook here.
 Special Olympics Volunteers Required
The Special Olympics 2013 Asia Pacific Games will be held in Australia for the first time. The Games will be held in Newcastle from November 30th to December 7th, bringing together 32 nations from across the Asia Pacific region. Over 4000 local volunteers are needed for the Games. For more information about this event access the website and register here.
 National ID Mental Health Guide for Providers
Request from Dr Julian Troller for cases, scenarios and inspirational quotes from consumers and carers Hi there, I am contacting people with an intellectual disability and their carers because I would really like some help. My name is Dr Julian Trollor, and I work at a University and in a hospital. I help people with intellectual disability and mental health problems. I am writing a Guide to help people who work in mental health services do a better job when they support people with intellectual disability and mental health problems. We want to put some words or short stories from people with intellectual disability or their carers in the Guide. This work is important because many people with an intellectual disability also have mental health problems. Some work has been done to improve services and supports for people, but there is still much more to do. With your help, the 'Guide' will help mental health services and staff understand what it is like for a person with intellectual disability when they have a mental health problem. If you would like to help, there is more information available. There is information in standard English, and information in easy English. Email here for more information. If you want, you can read it and get back to us by Monday 16th September. Thank you, Julian Trollor.
My Choice MattersGetting Started Workshops Have you registered for a "Getting Started Workshop" yet? They are a great chance to learn more about Disability Care, self directed supports and how to live a good life. Workshops and webinars will be running from now until the end of October across the state so don't miss out! Click here to find out more and register.
 Resources
Access All Areas App: The Access All Areas App (map) is a compilation of universal access issues throughout Australia submitted by people with disability, their carers, family and friends. Download the app. Ability Links NSW: Specifications and Guidelines - Ability Links NSW (ALNSW). View guidelines . SANE Report: 'A Life Without Stigma'. A new study from mental health charity, SANE Australia, reports that stigma and discrimination against people with mental illness is widespread, harmful to recovery, and is a major barrier to participation in society for those affected. View the report. New Guide promoting mental health and wellbeing at work: 'Working Together'. This guide is a key initiative of As One—APS Disability Employment Strategy. Aims to empower managers and employees to work together to build inclusive workplace cultures. Access the guide. Enable NSW: Survey. EnableNSW provides assistance for people who have a longterm disability by providing equipment and aids. They are keen to receive information about your experiences, thereby assisting the work of the Physical Disability Council of NSW (PDCN). Complete the survey. Children with Disabilities Australia: Article: 'Raising Inclusive Kids' written by Victoria Birch for Essential Kids. CDA would like to draw your attention to this fantastic article - highlighting how prejudicial attitudes are inherited between generations and suggests ways parents can promote inclusive attitudes. Read the article. Siblings Australia Inc DVD: The "Stronger Siblings" DVD, produced by Siblings Aust, will assist parents, and those who work with them, to understand the experience of brothers and sisters of children with disability and how to support them. Click here for more information. University of Western Sydney: Survey for Parents of People with Intellectual Disability. Seeking views about sexuality and sterilisation - study to understand what additional supports parents need in this area. If interested: Complete the survey. 3DN IDMH: Free e -Learning: Resource: An interactive education resource for everyone with an interest in intellectual disability mental health. The site has been divided into specific sections to cater to health professionals, disability professionals, consumers, and families/carers. Register here. Relationships and Private Stuff: Relationship Skills - a photo resource. Can be purchased from Healthrites bookshop (Family Planning NSW, Ashfield) or from Relationships and Private Stuff. Cost is $50 (plus $8 for postage). Access website here.
 Events
Relationships and Private Stuff: Communication, Dating and Relationships Course. People with a mild intellectual disability are invited to learn about skills to enhance friendships, dating and relationships. Ten sessions on Thursdays 12 September to 28 November. Lane Cove.Cost: $100. To register contact Olga on 9420 8555 or ozakrzewska@wecareforyou.com.au Family Advocacy: Information sessions for family members of a person with disability. Various Sydney locations. 17-20 September. For further information Click here. Training and Behaviour Intervention Support Service (TABISS): Various training workshops coming up in September and October. Free. Access Training Calendar. Family Planning NSW: Friendships, Relationships and Sexuality - Workshops for Parents and Youth. Parents and their young adults with intellectual disability or autism are invited to participate in free parallel workshops re; experiences encountered by people with intellectual disability when developing intimate relationships. Staff of Family Planning NSW will meet with parents and professionals, while Liz Dore will participate with the young people in an adjoining room. Easy to read resources will be available. 18 September, 6.30-8.30pm. Dee Why. To register: phone Nikki Welch 9942 2354 or nikki.welch@warringah.nsw.gov.au. Healthy Start: Webinar - Fathering with an intellectual Disability. How practitioners and family can work together to support parents with disability. 19 September. Register here. The University of Sydney: Developmental Disability Webinar –Professor Roger Stancliffe discusses the Master of Health Science (Developmental Disability) course, issues faced by people with developmental disabilities and enhancing skills of professionals. 8 October 4.30-5.30pm. Register here. Relationships and Private Stuff: Date-ables Dance - for singles with disability (Carers can only attend if they are single, have a disability and pay for a ticket). 10 October 7-9 pm. To register your interest: email Liz Dore .Tickets can be purchased before or pay at the door on the night. Camp Jonathon: Runs camps for children 8-18 with developmental disability. January 2014. Phone Tim: 0427327593 or email tvbroady@hotmai.com or Visit website.
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