Disability Glossary
This glossary is an active work in progress that Team EmployAbility will constantly add too. We have included medical, disability, employment acronyms, as well as phrases you may hear in the workplace.
EmployAbility to Exhibit at ADN IMPACT Conference 2025
EmployAbility is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at this year's Australian Disability Network Conference IMPACT at the ICC Darling Harbour on Tuesday May 13th! Our Building Employer Confidence (BEC) team will be there to answer your questions on employing someone with a physical disability or traumatic brain injury. Hiring people with disability is not only a matter of social responsibility, but also a smart business decision. Research shows that people with disability are loyal, productive, and innovative employees who can contribute to the success and diversity of any...
Disability Glossary
This glossary is an active work in progress that Team EmployAbility will constantly add too. We have included medical, disability, employment acronyms, as well as phrases you may hear in the workplace.
Impact Snapshot (July – Dec 2024)
We are excited to share the results of our latest SCIA 6 monthly Impact Snapshot Report from 1st July - 31...
Returning to work after a traumatic brain injury
Tips and help for returning to work with a TBI traumatic brain injury. We provide helpful advice and guideance.
The Dangers of the Phrase ‘Diversity Hire’
In conversations about workplace inclusion and recruitment, one phrase continues to undermine progress:...
Meet Samantha
Team EmployAbility is thrilled to introduce our newest member, Samantha Clay. Sam joins us as the...
Physical Disability Awareness Day
Thanks to a wonderful initiative by Physical Disability Australia, we are celebrating "Physical Disability...
Upskilling Through Study: Your Key to a Successful Return to Work
For many individuals, returning to the workforce can feel like a daunting task, especially after a break or...
Our 4 top tips to overcome barriers and build inclusion
2025 is the year for change in your workplace. We thought we’d reshare our 4 top tips and strategies on how...
Meet Jemma
Jemma is a seasoned Human Resource professional with extensive experience in leading teams and driving organisational success through strategic people initiatives
Good News Monday: Alan Sinclair
“Sometimes we must change someone’s mindset about disability” Alan lives with Cerebral Palsy and has spent...
World Toilet Day
Perhaps not a topic you would immediately consider to be employment related by have you ever considered just...
Person-First Language
Following on from our Disability Language Guide posted last month, we’d like to continue our education on...
Meet Forrest
If you have contacted Employability sometime in the last 2 years, it is likely that you would have come...
Impact Snapshot (Jan – June 2024)
EmployAbility makes an Impact The team at EmployAbility are excited to share highlights of the recent survey...
Functional v Skills Resumes
For job seekers with disabilities, choosing the right resume format can be key to showcasing your strengths....
Drive Your Success: Win Tickets to World on Wheels!
We’re giving you the chance to win tickets to World on Wheels at the iconic Sydney Opera House! Test your...
The Open and Hidden Job Markets
Have you ever heard of the terms 'Open' and 'Hidden' job markets? No? You might be surprised to learn that...
10 Tips for fostering respectful PWD Corporate Language
Last month we shared a wonderful video from PWDA on Disability Language to help with those tearoom...
How Australia’s New ‘Right to Disconnect’ Law May Affect People with Disabilities
Australia's newly implemented 'Right to Disconnect' law, effective from August 2024, is a significant step...
Meet Lisa
Lisa is one of those co-workers who barely say much but when they do, everyone listens. She is kind, and...
Our Exciting Partnership Launch Announcement!
It’s now Brain Injury Awareness Week in Australia (August 19-25) with the theme, 'What's your connection?'...
Importance of Disability-Inclusive Emergency Preparedness!
An important topic for organisations to consider when developing workplace documentations and procedures:...
The Pitfalls of Recruitment for PW(Physical)D.
Navigating the Challenges: Understanding the Pitfalls of Recruitment for People with Physical Disabilities....
Our Top 5 Inclusive Corporate Team Bonding Activities!
Building a strong team is essential for any business, and finding activities that everyone can enjoy,...
Meet Dominika
“Psychological barriers are often underestimated, yet significant challenge when it comes to disability...
Creating empathy-led and inclusive workplaces.
Recently, Alliance released their latest research findings on the state of workplace mental health in...
Our Commitment to First Nations People
EmployAbility and Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA) are committed to an equitable Australia and...
What do the words “Post Placement” mean to you?
Post-placement support for people with disabilities involves ongoing assistance provided after they have secured a job. We also knew that often it was the employer who needed additional support after hiring a person with a physical disability. This support aims to help both the employee and the employer and ensure a smooth transition into sustained employment.
We are proud member of the Diversity Council of Australia
Diversity and Inclusion are such popular terms in the Australian business landscape at the moment. We hear...
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflowers
What are Hidden Disabilities Sunflowers and why do we care in EmployAbility? Hidden disabilities, also known...
Meet Anne
We first met Anne in 2023, at the Disability expo in Melbourne. She was there to learn about assistant...
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