Journal article

Employer disability confidence: moving towards a theory-based change logic

Employer disability confidence is a concept being used increasingly in employment interventions and policies targeting the demand side of the labour market to support the employment of people with disability. This study aims to develop a conceptual model of employer disability confidence to fill in gap in current practice and literature.
Journal article

Organisational and policy barriers to transitioning from supported into open employment for people with an intellectual disability

This research identified several key policy and organisational barriers to people with intellectual disability transitioning to open employment. These included inflexible funding models and packages; lack of knowledge and experience of open employers; and insufficient training, pathways, and supports.
Report

‘It’s a lifeline’: A long-term approach to improving home energy support programs for households facing vulnerability

Rowan Bedggood, Kiara Rinnovasi, Matt Cairns, Jane Goncalves, Siueti Maile

Energy Efficiency Services, such as that offered by Uniting Vic.Tas, work with individuals and families on low-incomes and those experiencing energy hardship. This research project sought to understand the benefits and gaps of the Uniting Energy Support Service to determine ‘what works’ and what actions are needed to address the drivers and effects of energy...
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Understanding the elements of employment support


This paper explains the range of employment supports that should be available for people with disabilities, and the extent to which they are provided in the current system.
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School Leaver Employment Support (SLES) – reshaping the approach


This paper collates the existing data available on School Leaver Employment Supports, and on the experiences of young people with intellectual disability seeking school to work transition. It identifies employment support needs aligned to best practice evidence.

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