Disability
We’re working for a just and inclusive community in which people with disability can participate as equal members in the community.
Together with the BSL Disability Services division, we work alongside people with disability, their families and carers to promote all forms of inclusion as well as social and economic participation.
We work together to influence each level of government and develop evidence-informed policies and practices.
This includes informing reform of the NDIS and disability supports outside the NDIS, alongside supporting increased inclusion in the community, which supports people with disability and their families in living a good life.
Find all recent publications on Disability (2000–present)
Visit the BSL library for our prior research on Disability (pre 2000)
- Strengthen the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disability in Australian policy-making to ensure that all people with disability have their rights upheld and to promote inclusion in the community.
- Ensure that supports for people with disability outside of the NDIS (Foundational Supports) are appropriately resourced to meet demand and ensure that all people with disability have access to supports when and where they need it.
- Promote inclusion for people with disability within mainstream settings such as education, employment and health to ensure that people with disability can be equal members of society.
Selected publications
How are Australians with disability who do not have individual funding from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) finding and using the support and services they need to participate in society and the economy?
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How would people with disability, their partners, parents and allies like to influence services?
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This study focuses on a BSL initiative to increase participation in mainstream employment for people with disability.
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Exploring people’s experiences of providing and receiving disability support services via digital platforms
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The Critical Interim Support (CIS) program was devised to provide immediate case management services to vulnerable and socially isolated older people in Melbourne. Our evaluation examines how it can address a significant gap in the aged care system.
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How easy is it for Australians with disability aged 18–64 years who are not receiving NDIS funding to find and use the services and support they need to participate in the community?
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How can public and private sector organisations use their purchasing power to create positive social impact?
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Our approach to working with people with disability focuses on building a sense of wellbeing and autonomy. We recognise the importance of family, friends, carers and community.
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