P-CEP Leadership profile – Chantel What are you learning from the program? “I’m learning how to prepare for an emergency if you have a disability. I’m learning about how to support myself in an emergency and how to support others by helping them think about what is important to them in an emergency (such as … Read More
Disaster and Emergency
P-CEP Leadership profile – Rohan
P-CEP Leadership profile – Rohan What did you learn from the program? Always be prepared for the disaster when it happens. I also gained good leadership skills being part of this program. Would you encourage others to do it? If so, why? Yes, I would like other people to be part of the program, so … Read More
Open letter – Disability Sector Calls For Pre-Election Commitments To Improve Disability Emergency and Disaster Support
Disability Sector Calls for Pre-Election Commitments to Improve Disability Emergency and Disaster Support Thursday 31 March 2022: A coalition of 40 leading disability rights, advocacy and peak body organisations has endorsed a pre-election open letter to politicians across the country demanding a new approach and more resources for improving disaster and emergency responses … Read More
QDN e-News Video Update – March 2022 Week 2
QDN e-News Video Update – March 2022 Week 2
Residents at Greenslopes House get connected!
Residents at Greenslopes House get connected! Greenslopes House, is a Level 3 Supported Accommodation facility located in the inner-city suburb of Greenslopes. All the residents who are currently supported by Greenslopes House identify as having a disability and this equates to over 65 residents in total. The AAA Digital Inclusion team, from Queenslanders with Disability … Read More
Flooding Emergency South East Queensland (updated 01/03/22)
Flooding Emergency South East Queensland (updated 01/03/22) Keeping safe during this time We hope you are staying safe and we are thinking of everyone during this time. We know that many members, supporters and their families have been impacted significantly during this flooding event including having to evacuate, loss of power and services, and cut off … Read More
Supporting members in affected Fraser Coast and Gympie Local Government areas during this time
Supporting members in affected Fraser Coast and Gympie Local Government areas during this time We hope you and your loved ones are well during this time, following the devastating heavy rainfall and flooding that has impacted your local area. During this stressful time, you may need extra assistance or support. It is important that … Read More
Gympie Peer Support Group October meeting – Getting ready for an emergency or disaster
Gympie Peer Support Group October meeting – Getting ready for an emergency or planner The Gympie Peer Support Group met on Friday 8th October to learn more about making a plan for an emergency or disaster. Michael Condon, Gympie Group Convenor invited guest speakers, Gympie Mayor Glen Hardwig and Peter Harkin from Queensland Fires … Read More
Register now – Get Ready, Plan Ahead Gold Coast Workshops
Register now – Get Ready, Plan Ahead Gold Coast Workshops QDN is holding free workshops for people with disability and their conversation partners (family members, support workers, carers, friends) in three locations on the Gold Coast to plan ahead for an emergency or disaster. The peer led free workshops are for people with disability to … Read More
Gympie Peer Support Group are helping people with disability prepare for emergencies
Gympie Peer Support Group are helping people with disability prepare for emergencies Michael Condon, Gympie Peer Support Group Convenor has been active in the Gympie community, meeting with service providers and people with disability to promote the peer support group. Michael is passionate about the
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