Join us for an engaging online webinar to explore the theme for Disability Action Week 2024, Accessible Communication: connect, include, and empower. This session brings together leaders, advocates, and changemakers to discuss the future of accessible communication in Queensland—looking ahead to 2032 and beyond. You will hear inspiring stories of personal and professional transformation, dive into what accessible communication means today, and envision its impact in the years to come.

With keynote speakers including former Australian Human Rights Commissioner Dr Graeme Innes AM and Deaf Connect CEO Brett Casey sharing their insights and experiences, this is a must-attend event for creating a more inclusive and accessible Queensland. Whether you're a professional in the field, a person with lived experience, or simply passionate about accessibility and inclusivity you will gain valuable insights and connections. Stay tuned for more details on our panellists and their unique perspectives!

There will also be a panel discussion with:

Sarah Richards - ABC Journalist
Carolin Klinger - Queensland Health, Team Leader, Partnerships, Strategic Engagement
Marlena Katene - Music journalist, author and a business owner.

Date: Friday 29 November

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Location: Online via Zoom

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Accessibility

We want to ensure this event is accessible as possible, and we want you to have the best online webinar experience. For this webinar there will be AUSLAN interpreters. When filling out the registration form, please let us know of any accessibility requirements you may have and we can work with you to have the best experience for our Disability Action Week Webinar.

We welcome all to attend this webinar, you do not have to be a QDN member to attend.

This event is proudly funded by the Queensland Government.