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The Australian Cerebral Palsy Association |
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CP Australia - works towards creating a national focus on cerebral palsy - to promote the interests, rights, roles and well being of people with cerebral palsy and similar disorders.
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Cerebral Palsy Leaque of Queensland |
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The Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland will provide quality services and supports which will enable and empower people with cerebral palsy and related disabilities to create and access opportunities to lead valued lives as respected and equal members of society within their family and community |
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Queensland Parents for People with a Disability |
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| Queensland Parents for People with a Disability vigorously defends justice and rights for people with disabilities by exposing exclusionary practices, speaking out against injustices and promoting people with disabilities as respected, valued and participating members of society. |
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Department of families and Communities |
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| Is responsible for social policies and support affecting Australian society and the living standards of Australian families. Provides services and assistance to promote healthy family relationships and gives families the opportunities to take part in their local communities. Helps families experiencing changes to their financial and social circumstances. Is committed to helping communities by promoting strong community partnerships and encouraging all members, from individuals to businesses, to make a difference. Strives to improve the lives of Australians through social policies and to provide support for people when they need it. Ensures that the policies underpinning the social support system are fair and look to the future. |
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Disability Rights |
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The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 makes disability discrimination unlawful and aims to promote equal opportunity and access for people with disabilities. Under the Act, individuals can lodge complaints of discrimination and harassment with HREOC. We undertake a wide range of activities to assist individuals and organisations to understand their rights and meet their legal responsibilities. As part of our role, we conduct public inquiries, negotiate disability guidelines and standards, support organisations to develop Disability Action Plans and run community education programs. |
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Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission |
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| Working towards an Australian society where the human rights of all are respected, protected and promoted. |
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Disability Services Queensland |
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| Disability Services Queensland (DSQ) was established in December 1999 to provide a strong focus on disability across Queensland Government. It replaced the former disability program that was part of Families, Youth and Community Care Queensland. |
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Working with Indigenous Peoples with a Disability |
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This site provides up-to-date information about a wide range of practical resources for allied health professionals and carers working with Indigenous peoples with disabilities living in remote areas of Australia. |
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Independent Living Centres |
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The Independent Living Centres Australia (ILCA) is a collective organisation with members in each Australian states and the ACT. |
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E-bility |
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The site offers easy access to a wide range of information, resources, services and products of interest to people with disability , their families and carers, health professionals and service providers in the disability sector.
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Technical Aid to the Disabled Queensland |
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| TADQ (Technical Aid to the Disabled, Queensland Inc) is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity that provides technical support for people with disabilities . TADQ celebrated it's 25th Anniversary on 7th Sept 2006. |
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Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia |
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Riding for the Disabled Association is a voluntary, not for profit, organisation which provides riding instruction and other activities associated with riding and harness driving for people with disabilities.
RDA provides opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy a safe, stimulating, healthy, therapeutic and recreational sport
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