In Conversation with Jenny Nechvatal

Name: In Conversation with Jenny Nechvatal
Start: 2026-10-22T17:15:00+1100
End: 2026-10-22T19:00:00+1100
Location: Yass Valley Library

Thu, 22 Oct, 5:15pm - 7pm AEDT

Yass Valley Library

Yass NSW, Australia

Yass Valley Council

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Description

Target Group: Adults (parents, carers, educators, and community members)

Attendance: Single-session event

Location: Yass Valley Library - Program Space

Cost: FREE

Join author Jenny Nechvatal as she shares her personal and professional insights into raising children with disabilities, navigating a diagnosis, and creating inclusive communities. Drawing on her family's experiences, Jenny will discuss hidden disabilities such as autism, the impact of isolation, and how educators and communities can better support children and families.

What Jenny will discuss :

Hear Jenny's personal story and lived experience.

Learn about her books Embracing Disability in Early Childhood and Mums Thrive On.

Explore disability inclusion and family support.

Participate in a Q&A.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Books available for purchase on the night through Blue Door Books, Yass.

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

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Yass Valley Council is made up of nine elected Councillors. Elections are held every four years to determine the Councillors who will represent the people of Yass Valley.

A Mayor and Deputy Mayor are elected by the Councillors every two years. Day to day operations are managed by the General Manager and three Directors.

The Council:

Provides services and infrastructure, such as roads, rubbish, water and waste.
Adds value to our lifestyle by enhancing the character and culture of our unique Valley.
Grows our economy by supporting local businesses and attracting visitors and new residents to our area.
Protects our green environment, making sure future generations get to use it and enjoy a clean, safe place to live.
Works to make Yass Valley safe for everyone to enjoy.
Makes sure facilities and amenities are there for all - pathways, pools, sports facilities, halls and public spaces.
Ensures sound financial decision-making to keep Yass Valley one of the most 'affordable' regions to live in.
Works in many ways with residents, individuals, groups and areas of the Valley, to discuss and consult on everyone's needs and aspirations.

Yass Valley Council has over 150 employees who work to put the policies and aspirations of the Council into action.