Consultations have now been conducted in every capital city and some regional centres.
The consultations are a critical part of understanding the key concerns and challenges, as well as identifying leading practices and effective strategies.
The Inquiry is interested in hearing the views, experiences and ideas for change from as many people as possible.
This Paper is one of two Issues Papers for the Willing to Work: National Inquiry into Employment Discrimination against Older Australians and Australians with Disability. This paper focuses on issues facing persons with disability, while the other focuses on issues facing older Australians. Each paper recognises the distinct challenges and resulting impacts experienced by older Australians and Australians with disability in the workforce.
The longevity revolution is underway, inexorably.
The number of Australians aged 65 and over is projected to more than double by 2055, when there will be around 40,000 people aged 100 and over. Life expectancy continues to increase. In 2055, men can expect to live on average to 95.1 and women to 96.6.1
Learn how age discrimination occurs when a person is treated less favourably because they are considered to be too old or too young.
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National Press Club Address
Whitehorse City Council
Whitehorse Centre
Waratah Room, 397 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading, VIC 3131
Acknowledge traditional owners – the Wurundjeri people
Acknowledge the Mayor of the City of Whitehorse – Cr Sharon Ellis
Thank you for inviting me to speak at your Accessible Communication Forum. I congratulate you on choosing this topic.
Accessibility is a crucial issue, but one not always given sufficient attention.
