Disability inclusion is about creating an inclusive workplace where people with disability feel welcome, comfortable, supported and seen. Environment plays a huge role in a person with disability’s success at work. Andrew has autism and an intellectual disability diagnosis. Recently,…
International Day of People with a Disability (IDPwD) is on Sunday 3 December 2023. Table of Contents What is IDPwD? Why does CVGT Employment celebrate IDPwD? Our services support people with disability to find meaningful work Working together is what…
As they were for many people, the COVID-19 years were tough for Mark. Feeling isolated, battling poor mental health and struggling with addictions, Mark worried he might never find employment again. But with bucket loads of determination, resilience, and support…
Understanding and celebrating Down syndrome. Every October, the world marks Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This month-long event celebrates each unique and individual person with Down syndrome and raises awareness, breaks down barriers, promotes inclusion and diversity and dispels myths surrounding…
Grace is a quadruple amputee, having contracted meningococcal when she was just a baby. Now 26 and fully independent, Grace spends her free time volunteering at the local animal shelter. “Growing up with animals, I have always loved spending time…
Mark who is Autistic, has battled mental health struggles his whole life. In a dark place and needing support, Mark connected with CVGT Employment Disability Employment Services in 2022. Four months ago, he found meaningful work at Battery Service Australia…
After a debilitating neck injury in 2018, Greg was left bedridden. “I was lifting one day and the next day I woke up and couldn’t move,” Greg, Disability Employment Services participant says. “My C6-7 disc in my neck popped out…
Chloe is Autistic, and like so many Disability Employment participants she faced difficulties finding the right job. However, in a heart-warming tale of serendipity Chloe was offered a customised permanent part- time administration assistant position with the Snowdome Foundation in…
Jennifer is someone who has worked hard her whole life. But she feared she might be “on the scrap heap” as she looked for new employment that could cater to her age and medical needs. With a background in office administration,…
In its fifth year the CVGT Employment Launceston Speed Interviewing event kicked off on Thursday May 11 at the Launceston Conference Centre. With more than 150 people in attendance, 60 job seekers participated in three-minute interviews with employers on the…
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