QDN holds many events, forums, workshops and Peer Support Group meetings throughout the year. Below you will find up to date information about future events, as well as stories from past events.
Upcoming Event Highlights
Digital Inclusion workshops
QDN's Digital Inclusion workshops are supporting people with disability to develop their digital literacy skills and understanding.
Inclusive Disaster Resilience Events
Upcoming inclusive disaster resilience community forums in the Somerset and Scenic Rim regions
Peer Support Group meetings
Looking for a place to connect, meet new people, find out more about topics of interest like NDIS, navigating hospitals and healthcare or housing. Come along to one of QDN’s Peer Support Groups.
Events Calendar
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QDNY Peer Support Group
QDNY Peer Support Group
The QDNY Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability. They meet online, on the last Monday of the month at 3 pm to 5 pm
Digital Inclusion Masterclasses – How To Stay Safe
Digital Inclusion Masterclasses – How To Stay Safe
When: Monday 27th of February Where: Online zoom meeting Time: from 4pm-5pm QDN's online Digital Inclusion masterclasses are supporting people with disability to develop their digital literacy skills and understanding. […]
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Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 1 (The basics 101)
Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 1 (The basics 101)
Module 1: The Basics 101 Getting to know your device Learning objective: I know how to navigate my device confidently Basic functions of your device Charging your device Protecting your […]
MAC Group for over 65s
MAC Group for over 65s
Convened by Rachel Matthews the MAC group for over 65s is a peer support group for seniors with disability. The group meets on the first Wednesday of the month via […]
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Gympie Peer Support Group
Gympie Peer Support Group
The Gympie Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability. It is run by people with disability for people with disability. The group is convened by […]
Gold Coast Hot Topics Peer Support Group
Gold Coast Hot Topics Peer Support Group
Gold Coast Hot Topics is a peer support group for people with intellectual disability living on the Gold Coast. The group convened by Robert Ellis, is run by people with […]
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Digital Inclusion Masterclasses – Scams related to natural disasters
Digital Inclusion Masterclasses – Scams related to natural disasters
When: Monday 6th of March Where: Online zoom meeting Time: from 4pm-5pm QDN's online Digital Inclusion masterclasses are supporting people with disability to develop their digital literacy skills and understanding. […]
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Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 2: Being online & staying connected
Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 2: Being online & staying connected
Module 2: Being online and staying connected Social connectedness Learning objective: I can access up-to-date information and connect with my supports Emailing Finding up-to-date information safely online Social media Register […]
Normanton Peer Support Group
Normanton Peer Support Group
The Normanton Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability who live in the Normanton area. They meet at the Caboolture Sports Club. The convenor is […]
Deception Bay Peer Support Group
Deception Bay Peer Support Group
The Deception Bay Peer Support is a group for people with disability living in the Deception Bay area. Christine White and Kevin Willis convene the group. They meet on the […]
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Brisbane South Online Peer support Group
Brisbane South Online Peer support Group
The Brisbane South Online Peer support Group is for people with disability who live on Brisbane's south side. The group meet online, on the 2nd Saturday of the month.
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Gold Coast Peer Support Group
Gold Coast Peer Support Group
The Gold Coast Peer Support Group is for people with disability who live in the Gold Coast. They meet on the 2nd Friday of the month at the Nerang Library […]
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Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 3 (Staying informed online)
Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 3 (Staying informed online)
Module 3: Staying informed online Navigating Apps Learning objective: My device is set up to meet my needs, and I can use it with ease Downloading, managing, updating, & deleting […]
Brisbane Peer Support Group
Brisbane Peer Support Group
The Brisbane Peer Support Group is a group for people with disability who live in the Brisbane area. They meet both face to face at the QDN office and online […]
Brisbane North Peer Support Group
Brisbane North Peer Support Group
The Brisbane North Peer support Group is for people with disability who live on Brisbane's northside. The group is convened by Mark Edwards and Todd Winther. The group meet face […]
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Parenting Peer Support Group
Parenting Peer Support Group
The Parenting Peer support Group is for parents of people with disability. The group meet face to face and online, on the 3rd Thursday of the month.
Toowoomba Peer Support Group
Toowoomba Peer Support Group
The Toowoomba Peer support Group is for people with disability who live in Toowoomba. The Group meets face to face, on the 3rd Thursday of the month.
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Ipswich Peer Support Group
Ipswich Peer Support Group
The Ipswich Peer Support Group is for people with disability run by people with disability. Convened by Peter and Linda Tully the group meet on the 3rd Saturday of the […]
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QDN online
QDN online
QDN online is a statewide peer support group who meet online to talk about things important to them. The meeting is held online, on the 3rd Monday of the month […]
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Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 4 (Accessing essential services)
Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 4 (Accessing essential services)
Module 4: Accessing essential services Video calling and online shopping Learning objective: I can access essential goods and services in disaster or emergency situations Video calling using Zoom/Teams Online shopping, […]
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Cairns Peer Support Group
Cairns Peer Support Group
The Cairns Peer Support Group is for people with disability who live in Cairns. The group is run by people with disability for people with disability. The group convenor is […]
Toowoomba Peer Support Group – online
Toowoomba Peer Support Group – online
The Toowoomba online Peer Support Group is convened by Nadia Brady and Sharon Boyce. They meet online with Zoom on the 4th Thursday of the month.
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Caboolture Peer Support Group
Caboolture Peer Support Group
The Caboolture Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability who live in the Caboolture area. They meet at the Caboolture Sports Club. The convenor is […]
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QDNY Peer Support Group
QDNY Peer Support Group
The QDNY Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability. They meet online, on the last Monday of the month at 3 pm to 5 pm
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Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 5 (Staying safe online)
Digital Inclusion Workshop: Module 5 (Staying safe online)
Module 5: Staying safe online Protecting your online presence Learning objective: I know how to stay safe online and how to keep my personal information protected General internet safety How […]
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Rockhampton Peer Support Group
Rockhampton Peer Support Group
The Rockhampton Peer Support Group is a peer support group for people with disability who live in the Rockhampton area. The convenor is Patricia Marsh and they meet face to […]
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Brisbane Hot Topics Peer Support Group
Brisbane Hot Topics Peer Support Group
Brisbane Hot Topics is a peer support group for people with intellectual disability. The group is convened by Donna Best and has been meeting for 20 years. They meet online […]
Redcliffe Peer Support Group
Redcliffe Peer Support Group
The Redcliffe Peer Support Group is a group for people with disability who live in the Redcliffe area. The group is convened by Cody Skinner. They meet face to face, […]
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Event News
Townsville Digital Inclusion Workshops
27th July 2022Townsville Digital Inclusion Workshops Need to learn the skills to access information online during a disaster? Our digital inclusion program can help! These workshops are for people with disability to: learn essential digital skills, get facts and information in times of emergency, have access to essential goods, services and support like food, medicine, healthcare, support stay connected to family, friends and workers. Being online is really important during emergencies and disasters. We will ... Read MoreInclusive Disaster Resilience Events
21st July 2022Inclusive Disaster Resilience Events Join QDN for a series of inclusive disaster resilience events in five Queensland communities. Do you want to work together to create a more inclusive and disaster resilient community? QDN, with project partners The University of Sydney and the Community Services Industry Alliance (CSIA) are bringing a series of two-day inclusive community resilience events to five communities across Queensland over the next two years as part of the Building Inclusive ... Read MoreVisioning Forum – For people with disability – Online Event
25th May 2022Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Visioning Forum A legacy of a more accessible and inclusive Queensland for all…. On Monday 13 June, we held the Brisbane 2032 Games Visioning Forum. With over 70 participants the Forum was opened by the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe MP, Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport and Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement. Three speakers, including two former Paralympians Geoff Trappett and Karni Liddell ... Read MoreOnline Election Forum – Queensland Event
21st April 2022Online Election Forum Queensland Event – 4 May 2022 The Federal Election is on 21 May 2022, it is an important one, especially to people with disability, their families, and workers. The Online Election Forum was held on the 4th of May and representatives from key parties attended the forum. Questions put forward in the chat by those that attended the forum, were provided to the candidates for a response after the event. We will publish the responses as they come in. Read the forum ... Read MoreDisability Election Forum – Cairns Event
20th April 2022Disability Election Forum Cairns Event The Federal Election is on 21 May 2022, it is an important one, especially to people with disability, their families and workers. The past two years have demonstrated the need to elect a future Federal Government who will listen and to lead with vision to deliver full inclusion and participation of people with disability as citizens within our communities. Come along to a local forum and hear how the key political parties standing in our electorate, will ... Read MoreDigital Inclusion Project workshops in Brisbane
1st April 2022Need to learn the skills to access information online during a disaster? Our digital inclusion program can help! There will be four workshops that will support people to learn the skills they need to access information online during a disaster. They will be held at both: Bardon Neighbourhood Centre and, New Farm Neighbourhood Centre. These workshops are for people with disability to: learn essential digital skills, get facts and information in times of emergency, have access to essential ... Read MoreDigital Inclusion Project workshops at Gailes Community House
15th March 2022Need to learn the skills to access information online during a disaster? Our digital inclusion program can help! There are four workshops that we run from Gailes Community House to support people to learn the skills they need to access information online during a disaster. These workshops are for people with disability to: learn essential digital skills, get facts and information in times of emergency, have access to essential goods, services and support like food, medicine, healthcare, ... Read MoreCOVID CONVERSATION – Current COVID-19 Situation – What’s changed?
9th February 2022COVID CONVERSATION – Current COVID-19 Situation – What’s changed? Managing my treatment and care in COVID-19 Join us for our next COVID Conversation When: Thursday 17 February Time: 11am to 12pm (Brisbane time) Where: Online event – We will send Zoom details after you have registered This free online information session is for people with disability and their families. It will cover information about testing, what to do and who to call if you or your support ... Read MoreQDN Free Member Event – Transport Matters – Advocacy and Inclusion
26th November 2021QDN Member Event Transport Matters – Advocacy and Inclusion QDN is hosting a series of online workshops for QDN members on key issues that matter to people with disability. This workshop is for QDN members who want to learn more about the legislation and standards that govern and guide our transport accessibility and inclusion. Geoff Trappett from Inclusion Moves will deliver a two-hour workshop for members interested in getting more information and growing their knowledge, skills and ... Read MoreQDN Member Events – The NDIS: 2021 in review and the way forward to improve in 2022
24th November 2021QDN Member Events – The NDIS: 2021 in review and the way forward to improve in 2022 It’s been a big year for the NDIS. From independent assessments to increased powers for the Federal Government. There have been a lot of changes to the scheme talked about in just 12 months. So, at the end of a very busy year, where did the NDIS end up? And most importantly, where do we want to see the NDIS go in 2022? This is an online forum for QDN members and supporters to wrap up the year that’s ... Read MoreDisability Action Week Event 2021
22nd November 2021Disability Action Week Event 2021 Disability Action Week is held annually and raises awareness of how Queenslanders can play their own role in creating an all abilities Queensland. This year’s theme ‘Workforce diversity – open up to opportunity’, focuses on employment opportunities for people with disability and benefits of an inclusive workforce. The week runs from 5 to 11 December 2021. QDN will be hosting an event to celebrate this week. The online forum will discuss topics on ... Read MoreInternational Day of People with Disability Online Global Event
18th November 2021Online event for people with an intellectual disability: International Day of People with Disability Online Global Event QDN’s Brisbane and Gold Coast Hot Topics peer support groups for people with an intellectual disability and New Vision Advocates from Canada invite people with an intellectual disability to be a part of an international online event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability 2021. This online event is for people with an intellectual disability to join ... Read More