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Disability Reference Group (DRG)
WE MAKE INCLUSION HAPPEN by listening to advice from people with disability, their carers and supporters, and acknowledging them as experts in inclusion.
The ACT Disability Reference Group (DRG), formerly known as the ACT Disability Expert Panel, is an advisory group that works to ensure the ACT Government is aware of the issues which affect people with disability in the ACT.
The DRG also advises the ACT Government on ways in which the ACT can be a more inclusive community for people with disability. Members of the Reference Group draw on their own experience and their broader engagement with people with disability, as their carers and service providers to provide that advice.
The work of the Reference Group is underpinned by the seven policy areas of Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031
- Employment and Financial Security
- Inclusive Homes and Communities
- Safety, Rights and Justice
- Personal and Community Support
- Education and Learning
- Health and Wellbeing
- Community Attitudes
Vacancies on the Disability Reference Group - Apply now!
Applications are currently open for new members to join the Disability Reference Group.
People with disability and carers of people with disability who live in the ACT and region can apply.
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals who want to contribute to advising the ACT Government on issues important to and impacting people with disability.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant contribution to the design and implementation of the ACT’s 10 Year Disability Strategy.
Applications have been extended to 10 March 2023.
For further information on the role of a DRG member and how to apply please visit the ACT Diversity Register.
Watch the video of Disability Reference Group Chair, Renée Heaton talk about the work of the Disability Reference Group and DRG members Kerry Snell, Ben Zarew and past member Deb Eades explain the current recruitment process:
Watch the video of DRG Member Kerry Snell talking about who and why apply to be a member of the DRG.
Watch the video of Ben Zarew talking about his experience as a DRG Member.
Watch the video of former member Deb Eades talk about why she joined the DRG.
Watch the video of Renée Heaton talking about what she loves about being Chair of the DRG.
To apply to be a member of the DRG please see the ACT Diversity Register.
