Bi-monthly Update – January 2020
From the Chairperson
Welcome to 2020 and to the beginning of a new decade. These last months have seen Australians experience unprecedented bushfires and natural disasters, and has had significant impacts upon people, our animals and wildlife and also our communities. Our emergency and disaster management services, health, community services and disability services have all been working extremely hard in very difficult and sometimes extremely dangerous situations, and I would like to acknowledge and thank them for their efforts and also pay respects to people who have lost their lives. The safety and well-being of all members of our community is important. Disability inclusive disaster risk reduction is a fundamental human right for people with disability. Making sure people with disability know what their needs are in an emergency, have a plan and communicate that plan with their support network is a key part of preparedness.