Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability

🏅 Winning Medals with Equity and Diversity 🏅 Missed the incredible symposium on equity and diversity in Paralympic sports? Or want a recap of the key insights? Hosted by Dr Kelly Clanchy and Griffith University's Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability as part of the Queensland Para Sport Network for Performance Enhancement and Applied Research, this event explored how #equity and #diversity can elevate #Paralympic performance, paving the way for #Brisbane2032. From #GenderEquity and #CulturalInclusion to the role of #technology and athlete-centered design, this symposium delivered transformative discussions. Catch up on the thought-provoking sessions and panel discussions via The Inclusive Futures Hub or on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gmxZg6gN 🎥 Keynote Address: Natalie Charlton and Ella Sabljak 🎥 Gender Inequity in Paralympic Sport: Georgia Munro-Cook 🎥 Indigenous and CALD Athlete Participation: Kerry Hall and Diti Bhattacharya 🎥 Equity in Paralympic Classification: Sean Tweedy 🎥 Technology and Design Thinking: Laurent Frossard and Matthew McShane PLY 🎥 Panel Discussion: Michael Dobbie-Bridges PLY, Robyn Smith OAM, Ben Newton OAM PLY 🎥 Wrap-Up Remarks: Simone Fullagar 👉 Visit The Inclusive Futures Hub to learn how we can champion equity and diversity in sports and beyond. Let's build a legacy of inclusion for Brisbane 2032! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gT_Hed63 More information: inclusivefutures@griffith.edu.au

I was honoured to see Dr Madison de Rozario receive a DUniv at Griffith University's graduation ceremony today! Madi delivered a beautiful address to the new graduates about the importance of developing as a (decent, ethical) person as you strive for those career goals. Madi is of course exemplary at this, as she has used her platform of sports success to communicate the importance of disability and gender equity. Lovely to catchup with other wonderful colleagues as well! Joan Carlini Elizabeth Kendall GAICD AM Kelly Clanchy Naomi McCarthy Carolyn Evans Analise O'Donovan Clare Minahan Adele Pavlidis Simone Fullagar Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability #disabilityinclusion

Dr. Kelsey Chapman, Research Fellow with Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability recently had the privilege of celebrating the launch of the 'See Me. Hear Me. Respect Me.' campaign—a powerful initiative co-designed with #PeopleWithDisability and Queenslanders with Disability Network. Dr. Chapman played an integral role in researching and developing best practice guides and tools for tracking and evaluation. Kelsey is looking forward to the upcoming Phase 2, which will expand to support #children and young people across #Queensland’s #hospital and health services. Huge congratulations to everyone involved in making this campaign a success! #DisabilityInclusion, #Disability #RespectInHealthcare, #SeeMeHearMeRespectMe, #TheDignityProject Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability, The Hopkins Centre, Griffith University

WITH GRATITUDE We extend our heartfelt thanks for your invaluable contributions to our #research and for your collaboration throughout the year. Your advice and guidance in championing creative and innovative approaches, led by people with #disability, have been truly impactful. We eagerly anticipate continuing our partnership in 2025. OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE Wishing you a joyful and safe New Year! Please note our offices will be closed from Monday, 21 December, to Friday, 3 January. Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability will return in 2025 with more #inclusive #events, groundbreaking #research, and meaningful opportunities for #codesign and co-creation. Thank you for your steadfast support throughout 2024. Stay connected by catching up on our latest updates in the Inclusive Futures News: https://lnkd.in/g68wyGxc Contact us: inclusivefutures@griffith.edu.au

#IDPwD2024 - Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future! 📢 This year’s International Day of People with Disability (#IDPwD) theme, "Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future", is a powerful reminder of the transformative impact that individuals with #disability have when given the opportunity to lead. As we celebrate this global day, we shine a spotlight on the inspiring leadership of Dr. Kelsey Chapman and The #DignityProject, a pioneering initiative that exemplifies the power of amplifying the voices of people with disability (#PwD), to create lasting change. Dr. Chapman’s recent win of the prestigious Springer Nature Award for Inclusive Health Research for her work with The Dignity Project, underscores the importance of #inclusive, citizen-led research in transforming how we approach disability and health. The Dignity Project—founded on the principle of "nothing about us without us," actively involves PwD in every step of the research process, from sharing their stories to co-designing solutions. By challenging conventional approaches and fostering a platform for diverse voices, The Dignity Project is breaking down barriers to #dignity, #accessibility, and #inclusion, creating systemic change that will benefit generations to come. As we reflect on the theme of IDPwD, it is clear that Dr. Chapman’s work, along with the contributions of her dedicated team, truly is shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future by amplifying the leadership of people with disability. For the incredible momentum and impact of The Dignity Project to continue, sustained #funding is crucial. With continued support, The Dignity Project can expand its impact, extend its research, and further engage with communities to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to lead, be heard, and thrive. The Hopkins Centre and Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability at Griffith University are proud to support Dr Chapman and The Dignity Project’s continued determination to amplify the leadership of people with disability, creating a world where #dignity, #equality, and #inclusion are not just ideals, but everyday realities. For more information about The Dignity Project or to get involved, please email: inclusivefutures@griffith.edu.au or visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gVvR4nGd #DisabilityResearch #RehabilitationResearch #DignifiedResearch #TheDignityProject #DignityProject #GriffithUniversity Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) NIISQ Agency, Queensland Government, Talitha Kingsmill, Metro South Health, Angel Dixon OAM, Kevin Cocks AM GAICD, Elizabeth Kendall GAICD AM

Congratulations to the Judges' Choice Winner, Casey Doherty, the short-listed entrants and all participants in the Inclusive Futures Disability Research Writing Competition 2024! The Judging Panel was impressed with the excellent standard of entries which reflected such strength and depth in disability research. On this International Day of People with Disability, we celebrate the impact of accessible research and storytelling in advancing equitable access and inclusion for all. Lisa Cox Sara Shams Monique Lewis Delena Amsters Faith Valencia-Forrester (PhD) Joe-Anne Kek-Pamenter Maretta Mann PhD Rebekah Barker Elizabeth Kendall GAICD AM Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability Kate Ames Charlotte Brownlow Ruth Barker

🌟 Celebrating Inclusive Futures and Outstanding Research! 🌟 On this International Day of People with Disability, we’re thrilled to announce the winner of the Inclusive Futures Disability Research Writing Competition 2024—a celebration of research that reimagines a world where disability is no barrier. 🎉 Judges' Choice Winner: Ms Casey Doherty, University of Nevada, Reno, USA Her paper, Reimagining Protest: Artivism in the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Community, demonstrates how art and activism intersect to drive inclusion and understanding. Casey’s compelling narrative and accessible communication earned her the AUD$500 prize and a feature in our annual digital compendium. ✨ Short-listed entrants: ·        Mrs Rhonda Beggs, Metro South Health ·        Ms Belinda C., RMIT University / Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd ·        Sarah Fulton, Redland Hospital, Metro South Health ·        Dr Catherine Maitland, PhD, Australian Disability Network ·        Mrs Laura Ryan, The University of Queensland ·        Dr Rebecca Soole, The University of Queensland ·        Ms Jane Wardlaw (MAICD), University of Tasmania ·        Mrs Louise White, Autism Centre of Excellence, Griffith University Communicating complex research in an accessible way, is a challenging but essential skill. This competition highlights the importance of not only advancing academic knowledge, but also ensuring it reaches those who can benefit most. We encourage all participants to continue honing their communication skills alongside their research. Accessible storytelling is a powerful tool for driving understanding and advancing disability inclusion. A heartfelt thank you to all entrants for their impactful contributions. Together, we’re breaking barriers and building a more inclusive future. 💡 We would like to thank our sponsor The Hopkins Centre, who kindly donated the prize money, and our esteemed judges Dr Talitha Kingsmill, Dr Monique Lewis, Dr Faith Valencia-Forrester (PhD), Lisa Cox, Sara Shams and our moderator Delena Amsters. 📝 Interested in next year’s competition? Learn more about how your research could make a difference! Follow us on social media and join our Inclusive Futures Mailing List for updates:  https://lnkd.in/gUinDv6N Visit our Inclusive Futures Hub to read the Judges’ Choice and short listed entries. https://lnkd.in/g2JAyDgF For more information email: inclusivefutures@griffith.edu.au #InclusiveFutures #ReimaginingDisability #DisabilityResearch #WritingCompetition #DisabilityInclusion #ResearchForChange #InclusiveResearch #IDPwD2024 #AccessibleResearch #GriffithUniversity #TheHopkinsCentre

🎉 It's Disability Action Week 2024 (#DAW)! 🎉 24 Nov - 1 Dec, 2024. This year’s theme is #AccessibleCommunication: Connect, Include, Empower. For this important week, The Hopkins Centre and Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability asked researchers what this year’s theme meant to them and why it is relevant to their work. Belinda Adams OAM shared her thoughts on the meaning of accessible communication for connection, inclusion and empowerment in the context of her latest project, NeuroRhythm. The #NeuroRhythm project, headed by Centre Ambassador, Belinda Adams OAM, was announced as a winner of The Heart Foundation's Active Innovation Challenge, in July 2024. The project will bring together the elements of #Djembe drumming and free #dance movement to engage people living with a brain injury to express themselves and re-inhabit their bodies post injury. The project will be filmed, and turned into a documentary. We asked: How does the NeuroRhythm Project align with the Disability Action Week 2024 theme of Accessible communication? Belinda said: NeuroRhythm is a groundbreaking arts-based community program that will use fun live #music to improve #fitness, #balance and #coordination all whilst #empowering participants to be artists and fostering community connections. Drumming and dance have been shown to help rebuild pathways in the brain. Research shows that the physical transmission of rhythmic energy to the brain synchronises the left and right hemispheres making it a powerful tool in healing. We asked: Why is accessible communication important in the context of this project? Belinda responded: Cultural activities can be limited for people with a brain injury who often feel isolated. Drumming circles provide an opportunity for synchronicity and creative expression as well as connection with like-minded people. The NeuroRhythm program has the potential to improve the health, fitness and emotional well-being of individuals with a brain injury. We asked: How do you see accessible communication in rehabilitation contexts can connect, include and/or empower individuals? Belinda said: The development of the NeuroRhythm program will be documented on #film, giving participants the opportunity to share their #LivedExperience. Through their personal accounts viewers will be able to relate to the day-to-day reality of living with a brain injury. Film has a unique ability to #captivate audiences and drive meaningful #change. When people connect with a character on screen, it can shift viewpoints so WHO is telling the story matters. The program and film will offer an opportunity to participants to advocate for themselves. Learn more about the NeuroRhythm project here: https://lnkd.in/gJ-pRjZU Read our #DAW2024 BLOG here: https://lnkd.in/gEpGRMJC #DisabilityActionWeek2024 #DAW24 #DisabilityResearch #RehabilitationResearch #BoldIdeas #BetterSolutions

Congratulations to Professor Dawn Adams for receiving two AutismCRC awards this week! Dawn was recognised with the "Inclusive Research Practice Award" for her leadership in the co-designed Bloom parent program, developed in collaboration with the autistic community. She also received the "Translation of Autism Research into Practice Award" for her work informing the National Autism Strategy and the Roadmap to Improve the Health and Mental Health of Autistic People. A well-deserved recognition of her dedication to inclusive research and impactful change! #AutismResearch #InclusivePractice #Leadership #Congratulations #InclusiveFutures #ReimaginingDisability #Disability Griffith University The Hopkins Centre

📢 Disability Action Week - Welcome from our Director, Prof. Tim Geraghty 📢 Dear Members and Friends of The Hopkins Centre, this week, 24 November - 1 December, 2024, we mark Disability Action Week and #celebrate the contribution of people with #disability to our families, local communities and society as a whole. This year’s theme "Accessible Communication: #Connect, #Include and #Empower" will resonate deeply with many of you as it does with our ongoing mission at The Hopkins Centre. #Accessible communication means everyone can access information, whatever their needs and is at the cornerstone of inclusion and #empowerment, enabling individuals with disabilities to fully participate in society. This week, I encourage you to reflect on the simple ways that we can all enhance accessible communication for people with disability. For example, remembering to ask people how they want or need to receive information and then thinking about the best communication method to meet those needs. At The Hopkins Centre, we are proud to lead initiatives that break down #barriers and foster #connections across communities and healthcare systems. I also invite you to consider the meaning of accessible communication in your life and work, #participate in the discussions that will unfold this week, and contribute to spreading the word about the importance of accessible communication. Your #advocacy plays a vital role in driving forward our vision for a more #inclusive world! It is also a great opportunity to improve your understanding about- and skills in accessible communication. You can find more at Disability Action Week: https://lnkd.in/gsjtr-2n or by joining in the Disability Action Week Webinar: https://lnkd.in/gcV7rpuB. Thank you for your dedication to our mission and for joining us in marking this significant week. Together, we continue to #learn, #innovate, and #advocate for changes that have a profound impact on the lives of people with a disability. Professor Tim Geraghty Director, The Hopkins Centre #DisabilityActionWeek2024 #DAW24 #DisabilityAction #AccessibleCommunication