Young people with disability say inequity unchanged this century
The level of inequity experienced by young people with disability has remained largely unchanged since the turn of the century, according to new research led by […]
Preventing ‘everyday harm’ for people with disability
Everyday harm affects people with disability more than most people in Australia realise – and recognising this problem is an important first step in working together […]
Tall Poppy winners aim high
Improving Indigenous health, and employment opportunities for disabled and migrant workers, are the goals of Flinders University’s two 2025 Young ‘Tall Poppy’ science award winners. Associate […]
Funding win to improve support and survivorship
Two Flinders projects supporting culturally diverse dementia carers and cancer survivorship resources for people with intellectual disability will receive a funding boost, thanks to the latest […]
The lived experience of Australians with disabilities during COVID
Disruptions to support services during the COVID-19 pandemic led Australians with disabilities to report significant declines in life satisfaction and mental health, a new study from […]
Addressing the high rate of Australians with disabilities smoking
According to a new analysis, almost a quarter of Australians with disabilities smoke when compared to just 12.6% of the wider population. While the number of […]
Mental health, disability in the justice system
Gaze aversion, lack of emotional expression, repetitive body movements, or speaking in monologue tone can sway people’s judgement of another’s credibility and honesty – notably in […]
How child poverty leads to a lesser life
Poverty and disadvantage put young Australians on the road to a less fulfilling life and schools could play a critical role in breaking the cycle, a […]
Telehealth cuts see services withdrawn to vulnerable Australians
Cut-backs to telehealth services last week have seen countless Australians who are bedridden or housebound again become invisible in the eyes of our health system, highlighting […]