NDS Disability at Work Conference 2026
NDS's Disability at Work Conference 2026
IMPORTANT NOTICE - NDS has migrated to a new event platform; as a result, tickets for the Disability at Work Conference are now available on the following website:
https://disability-at-work-conference-2026.eventsair.site
This year’s theme, Advancing Disability Employment, reflects a continued focus on strengthening employment opportunities for people with disability.
Over two days, the conference will bring together key stakeholders including employment and support providers, people with disability, employment specialists, carers, advocates and sector leaders from across Australia. Together, we will explore the latest developments, emerging challenges, and practical strategies shaping and advancing the future of work.
Wednesday 5th August - Program to include
Registration & Arrival Tea and Coffee
Welcome to Country
Emcee welcome and housekeeping
NDS Welcome
Michael Perusco, CEO, National Disability Services
Minister's Address
Hon Tanya Plibersek MP, Minister for Social Services
Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) - a new program and a new opportunity
Alex Buckley, Acting Group Manager, Disability Employment Group.
Lunch
Advancing Disability Employment - discussion with sector experts
Progress with Aust Disability Strategy, CIE spotlight session Dr Louisa Ellum Naomi Benites, Dept of Health
Afternoon Tea
IEA and NPA Update - provider perspectives
Keynote: Emma Bennison
Event Wrap
Networking drinks + canapes
Event end
Thursday 6th August - Program to include
Registration Arrival tea and coffee
Emcee welcome
NDS CEO Update & employment focus points
Michael and Karen will provide high level NDIS update and some focus on the disability employment reform and budget changes, what we are hearing from members and how we are representing you. Michael Perusco, CEO, National Disability Services Karen Stace, Director of Policy and Advocacy, National Disability Services
NDIA - Employment Branch Update
The NDIA will provide an update on the progress of the NDIS Participant Employment Strategy and current priorities of its employment branch Virginia Campiao
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Panel: Project Boost, BuyAbility Impact Tool , aggregate data insights gained thus far
What is the Tool data telling us so far. Project BOOST update and promoting
Closing remarks
Event end
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 5 August to Thursday 6 August
Time:
Day one: 11.00am to 6.40pm AEST
Day Two: 8.45am to 3.30pm AEST
Location: Doltone House Darling Island, 48 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont NSW 2009
Cost:
Early bird pricing; available until 24 June 2026, 5:00pm AEST
NDS Member: $879 +GST per person
Member Group discount (3+ members) $799 +GST per person (Discount already applied)
Non-member: $1265 + GST per person
Standard pricing; available 25 June until 28 July 2026, 5:00pm AEST
NDS Member: $1099 +GST per person
Member group discount (3+ members) $999 +GST per person (Discount already applied)
Non-member: $1595 +GST per person
Livestream pricing
NDS Member: $656 +GST
Member group discount (3+ members) $597 + GST per person (Discount already applied)
Non-member: $938 +GST per person
Contact information
For any enquiries, please contact NDS Events, events@nds.org.au
07 3828 9402
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