Michelle’s journey of a thousand steps
Tuesday, 1 May 2018
Nine years ago, Michelle Owens' life was turned upside down when she sustained an acquired brain injury from a car accident. Previously, Michelle worked as...
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EPIC opens 23 new offices across Australia from 1 July
Monday, 30 April 2018
EPIC is opening 23 more offices from 1 July this year, creating more opportunities for job seekers with disability to find jobs they are proud...
Help kick start the careers of upcoming software testers with autism
Thursday, 26 April 2018
It’s been just over a month since the 2nd round of EPIC TestAbility Academy (ETA) launched, helping 10 people on the autism spectrum kick-start careers...
Final reflections on the ABC’s Employable Me
Wednesday, 18 April 2018
Last night signalled the end of the ABC’s 3-part series Employable Me, which followed 9 people with disability as they searched for jobs. It’s been a...
Further reflections on the ABC’s Employable Me
Friday, 13 April 2018
Watching the second episode of Employable Me last night inspired me to write another reflection piece. Last night we met three new job seekers on the autism...
It’s in the bag for women in need
Tuesday, 10 April 2018
The generosity of Brisbane locals will bring Christmas cheer to some of EPIC's women in need. Australian not-for-profit Share the Dignity coordinates ‘It’s in the Bag’, a Christmas-time...
Reflections on the first episode of the ABC’s Employable Me
Thursday, 5 April 2018
For a while now, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the opportunity to watch Employable Me, a 3-part documentary series following people with disability as they look for...
Listen and learn: the importance of parking our prejudice
Thursday, 5 April 2018
I was moved to write this piece after listening to Jon Faine’s interview with Carly Findlay last Wednesday. Carly is a blogger, writer, speaker and appearance activist who...
“Hiring Tim has been a great thing for us personally and professionally.” – Griffith Graphics
Thursday, 29 March 2018
Tim Stockley may have only been on the job for six weeks, but he’s hit the ground running in his new role at Griffith Graphics....
“Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA
Thursday, 29 March 2018
Specialised Emergency Vehicles Australia (SEVA) has been working with EPIC for almost two years and have welcomed four valuable team members during that time. Engineering...
“We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of society.” – Compass Group
Thursday, 29 March 2018
Natasha Caflisch, Diversity Projects & Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at Compass Group, took some time out to tell us all about Compass Group’s experience of connecting with...
“EPIC has a professional, client serving culture within their company.” – Impact Office Supplies
Thursday, 29 March 2018
Craig Stanton from Impact Office Supplies shares their experience of finding quality staff through EPIC. “Let me start by saying that we attempted to use...
“We are getting great joy and satisfaction from watching these young people learn.” – Bouganvillia Dell Nursery
Thursday, 29 March 2018
Christine and Don McDonald from Bouganvillia Dell Nursery & Landscape Supplies talk through their mutually beneficial experience working with EPIC. “Over the past 18 months since...
“I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley
Monday, 26 March 2018
Everyone has tough times in their life, but not everyone chooses to make a career out of helping others through challenges. But that’s the story...
“I love the team at my new job. I need to get a car now, because I’m always working!” – Fara
Monday, 26 March 2018
Fara was introduced to us via the Ticket to Work program at his school earlier this year, and we immediately knew he would be a great...
“I love going out into the community and meeting people every day.” – Josephine
Monday, 26 March 2018
Josephine has a passion for volunteering and sharing her experience as a person with autism with the Hervey Bay community. Nominated by Marg at Wide...
“I enjoy my time at Woolworths and cannot thank EPIC enough for this opportunity.” – Simu
Monday, 26 March 2018
When we presented about the Ticket to Work program at Simu’s high school, it was a turning point in the young man’s life. We introduced...
“EPIC didn’t just tell me where I had to work. They helped me achieve my dream.” – Erin
Monday, 26 March 2018
Erin had been volunteering with Margie Stanton from Blue Wheelers Mobile Dog Grooming for around nine months when she connected with us. Based on the North West...
“Instead of using the word ‘disability’ we need to look at people’s abilities.” – Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Monday, 26 March 2018
Some said Sam’s cerebral palsy would prevent him from ever working, but he’s proven the cynics wrong, recently celebrating his two year anniversary at Moncrieff...
“I love my job because it helps me to become independent.” – Alex
Monday, 26 March 2018
A surprise 21st birthday bash at work is exactly what Alex needed to cap off what has been a very successful year. Alex blew out his...
