Employing people with disability - A breakfast workshop for business leaders & managers

Name: Employing people with disability - A breakfast workshop for business leaders & managers
Start: 2025-05-02T07:15:00+0930
End: 2025-05-02T09:00:00+0930
Location: Hosted on Humanitix

Fri, 2 May, 7:15am - 9am ACST

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Down Syndrome Association of the Northern Territory

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Employing People with Disability – A Breakfast Workshop for Business Leaders & Managers

Are you considering how employing people with disabilities could work for your business? Join us for an insightful Breakfast Workshop designed for business leaders and managers to explore the benefits of inclusive employment.

This event will celebrate the outcomes of the Building Employer Confidence and Inclusion in Disability project and provide practical strategies for employing individuals with intellectual disabilities. Learn how inclusive workplace practices can positively impact your organisation and discover the support available to help you foster a diverse and welcoming workplace.

Event Details

📅 Friday, 2nd May 2025
⏰ Time: 7.15AM Registration for 7.30AM Start

Guest Speakers

🔹 Rachel Kroes – CEO, Down Syndrome Association NT Inc.
🔹 Professor Scott Bowman – Vice-Chancellor, Charles Darwin University
🔹 Rebecca Mackrow – Intern, Platform 21
🔹 Christos Timotheou – Intern, Platform 21

Enjoy a light continental breakfast with tea, coffee, and juice while gaining valuable insights into inclusive employment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain practical knowledge, and take the next step toward building a more inclusive workforce.

This event is proudly supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.

Register now to secure your spot!

Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity

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About Us – Down Syndrome Association of the Northern Territory

The Down Syndrome Association of the Northern Territory (DSANT) has been supporting individuals with Down syndrome, their families, carers, and the broader community since 1980. As the Northern Territory’s leading voice for people with Down syndrome, we are committed to fostering inclusion, education, and meaningful opportunities.

We provide specialist programs and services that empower individuals with Down syndrome to thrive in education, employment, and social participation. Our work focuses on linking families together through knowledge and friendship, ensuring they have access to the resources and networks they need.

Our Programs & Services

✅ Down Syndrome Schools Support Program (DSSSP) – Supports schools with specialist resources and guidance on education and inclusion for students with Down syndrome across the NT.

✅ Computer Aided Learning Program (CAL) – Provides personalised, weekly computer-based lessons to students with Down syndrome in their classroom.

✅ Project 21 – Offers tailored educational pathways for young adults leaving Year 12, with programs in skills development, media, dance, music, wellbeing, sign language, and social engagement.

✅ WIMS – A retail training pathway designed for young adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, building employment skills in a supportive environment.

✅ Cash for Containers (C4C) – A social enterprise providing employment opportunities for young people with disabilities through recycling and environmental initiatives.

Through these initiatives, DSANT continues to advocate for inclusion, independence, and opportunities for people with Down syndrome across the Northern Territory.

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Fri, 2 May, 7:15am - 9am ACST

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Hosted by Down Syndrome Association of the Northern Territory