We are pleased to congratulate Compass Group for winning the Employer of the Year Award at the 2017 National Disability Awards, held in Canberra. The awards are a key part of the Australian Government’s celebration of International Day of People with Disability, and recognise the achievements of … Read more about Our partner Compass Group wins national disability award
Time to celebrate our 2017 graduates
EPIC Education Assist has much to celebrate, with two graduation ceremonies held in the past weeks for students who have completed their qualifications. School Attending Trainees (SAT) from Outer North Brisbane attended a ceremony at the North Lakes Community Centre on 28th November. The event … Read more about Time to celebrate our 2017 graduates
Community celebrates art and disability at Seen and unseen art exhibition
Factory 51 was transformed last Wednesday night for our Seen and unseen art exhibition. Now in its third consecutive year, the exhibition featured the work of professional and emerging artists with disability in celebration of International Day of People with Disability. The event was a great … Read more about Community celebrates art and disability at Seen and unseen art exhibition
Horticulture trainees at home on the farm
Over the past year, Second Nature Organics in Narangba, affectionately known as 'The Farm,' have welcomed a number of valuable team members, all of whom have a disability. Director of the Farm, Len Costantini, coupled with his family and staff, have embraced the opportunity to help raise … Read more about Horticulture trainees at home on the farm
“Welcome to Tattooed Sailor”: one young man’s journey to employment
A popular cafe is leading the charge in creating job opportunities for people with disability in Cairns. Tattooed Sailor cafe co-owner Ian Chill, who sustained a spinal cord injury after falling 10 metres while serving in the Navy, is a passionate disability advocate and wants to level the playing … Read more about “Welcome to Tattooed Sailor”: one young man’s journey to employment
Community groups deliver returns for the community
We have made significant donations to 3 local groups, which has allowed them to create positive change in their communities. Hervey Bay Girl Guides have made their club a more inclusive environment by building a concrete path between the guide hut and the toilet block. Girls with disability, … Read more about Community groups deliver returns for the community
Mental health in job seekers on the autism spectrum
Entering the workforce or starting a new job can be a stressful time. Many of us feel vulnerable as we navigate a new workplace. This can be particularly true for people on the autism spectrum, who may require extra support as they enter a new job. Here's how employers and teams can … Read more about Mental health in job seekers on the autism spectrum
The importance of brave conversations
Any day is a good day to check in with family, friends or co-workers that may be experiencing mental health issues in silence. People who are struggling alone may be at risk of self-harm or suicide, in desperate need of help but unable to ask for it. Initiating a conversation of this type isn’t … Read more about The importance of brave conversations