Disability Discrimination Act Review - Introduction Webinar

Join us for an Introduction Webinar for the review of the Disability Discrimination Act.

This event is for all members of the public who are interested in the Disability Discrimination Act to learn about the review.

A recording of the webinar will also be published on Attorney General's Department website at a later date.

What is this webinar about?

The Australian Government is reviewing the Disability Discrimination Act.

The review is happening in response to recommendations made by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.

Public consultation is now open. You are encouraged to share your thoughts, insights and suggestions to help make sure the Act upholds the rights of people with disability.

For more information about what changes are being considered in the review, you can read the following resources:

• Issues paper

• Issue paper Summary (Easy Read and Auslan translations also available)

• Overview

The webinar will also provide information about how you can have your say.

How will the webinar run?

The webinar will be online via Zoom and run for 1 hour.

It will include information about the review, and what is being considered. There will be key speakers and a discussion about the changes being considered.

Accessibility

The webinar will have Auslan interpreters and live captioning. If there is any other way we can support your attendance at this event, please email engage@thesocialdeck.com or phone 0458 228 142 (business hours, AEST).

Support to register or attend 

The Social Deck is coordinating the events on behalf of the Attorney General's Department.

If you need help to register, please contact The Social Deck at email engage@thesocialdeck.com or phone 0458 228 142 (business hours, AEST).

Privacy 

Your personal information is protected by law, including under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act).

During the registration process, The Social Deck and/or the Attorney-General’s Department may collect your name, contact information, the name of your organisation (if applicable), and optional details such as your phone number, demographic information (e.g. age group, gender, location, cultural background, disability status), and accessibility requirements. If you join online via Zoom, Zoom will collect the name and email you enter when joining. You may choose to use a nickname and a non-identifying email address.

We use this information to send event updates, ensure the session is inclusive and accessible and understand who we are hearing from. Non-identifying information you provide may be included in a report to the Australian Government. Zoom sessions are not recorded unless clearly stated in advance and with your permission.

All information is stored securely in Australia. You can choose what information to provide, and you may request to access or delete your personal information at any time.

The Social Deck’s privacy policy is available on their website.