Disability rights
We work to promote the rights of people with disability through advocacy, education and initiatives that promote dignity, respect and equal participation
Projects and reports
Inclusive employment initiative (Equality at Work)
Equality at Work is a national initiative supporting inclusive employment by partnering with people with disability and employers.
Inquiries and reviews
About Disability Action Plans
The purpose of a Disability Action Plan is to encourage, recognise and promote an active commitment to eliminating disability discrimination and to promote the recognition of the rights of people with disability.
Guidelines
The Commission writes guidelines to help people and organisations understand their rights and comply with their responsibilities under an Act or an accompanying Standard. Learn how to improve inclusion and access for people across many areas of life.
Promoting your rights (submissions by the Commission)
Learn about the submissions the Commission has made to different groups and government bodies to help make sure everyone’s rights are respected and treated fairly.
More submissions on disability rights
Browse all submissions by the Commission on the topic of disability rights.
Disability rights training
Understand disability rights and workplace responsibilities with practical training that supports inclusion, accessibility, legal compliance and workplace
Past consultations and calls for submissions
We actively seek submissions for our inquiries, projects and conversations from a broad cross section of the community, as well as those with a special interest in particular issues.
Our people
Rosemary Kayess
Disability Discrimination Commissioner