Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan on exhibition

April 26, 2022Posted in: Community

Wingecarribee Shire Council is asking residents to view and provide comment on its draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2022–2026 which goes on public exhibition from Wednesday 27 April 2022. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, explained the purpose of the draft plan. “Developed in consultation with the community, the plan represents Council’s...

Help make our Shire more inclusive and accessible

December 13, 2021Posted in: Community

Wingecarribee Shire Council is inviting residents to take part in an online survey to help develop our next Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, explained the purpose of the document. “A DIAP tells people what Council will do to make life easier for people living with disability.”...

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability

November 26, 2021Posted in: Community, Events

International Day of People with Disability branding

In recognition of International Day of People with Disability, Wingecarribee Shire Council will be launching an inclusive art exhibition on Friday 3 December 2021. The ‘Creating and Thriving’ exhibition showcases the artwork and skills of local artists with a lived experience of disability. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, explained the purpose...

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability

November 30, 2015Posted in: Community, Events

In recognition of International Day of People with Disability, Wingecarribee Shire Council will be launching a local publication on Wednesday 2 December entitled ‘Missed Business’. Council’s Ageing and Disability Officer Nicola Robson explained the purpose of the 28-page booklet. “International Day of People with Disability is all about raising the awareness of disability issues and...

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability

November 20, 2014Posted in: Community, Events

To celebrate International Day of People with Disability, Wingecarribee Shire Council is hosting a week-long program of events aimed at raising awareness of people with disabilities and the need for greater inclusion. The program of events starts with a Community Conversation on Wednesday the 26 and Thursday 27 November.  This two-day event will run from...