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A new political rift is brewing in Australia over disability funding — with senior bureaucrats warning Labor ministers not to “listen too closely” to disability advocacy groups who say cuts and slowed growth are hurting vulnerable Australians. The leaked advice, reported by The Australian, shows a stark disconnect between government cost-cutting pressures and the reality […]

Union members in Cumbria have launched a fresh wave of protests against proposed funding cuts that could strip away vital workplace support for disabled employees. The demonstration, organised by Unison and local disability advocates, highlights the potential impact of scaling back Access to Work provisions — the government scheme that helps people with disabilities get

Australia’s life insurance market is forecast to grow by just 1.7% this year — raising fresh questions about whether disability cover is keeping pace with rising living costs and the real needs of policyholders. According to new data released by GlobalData, the country’s total life insurance premium income is expected to reach AUD 59.5 billion

A new report warns that the real cost of workplace disability isn’t just who’s off sick — but how long they’re gone. According to recent research highlighted in Canadian HR Reporter, the biggest challenge facing employers today is the growing impact of chronic conditions that lead to longer, more complex disability claims. By Stacy Thomas

Stigma and bias remain some of the biggest barriers faced by people with learning disabilities — and too often, it’s felt most acutely in healthcare settings. By Joanne Blair and Shannon Porter – Nursing Times A new spotlight from the UK’s Nursing Times highlights why supporting nurses to better understand and challenge stigma is so

An alarming new report reveals that over 500,000 Australians are living with severe mental illness — many without the critical support they need. This includes individuals battling complex conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and chronic depression. By Sebastian Rosenberg – The Conversation Despite national funding and reforms, gaps in care continue to leave vulnerable

Pride Month is in full swing around the world, and this year’s celebrations are sending a clear message — inclusion means everyone. Across Australia and beyond, LGBTQIA+ Pride events are becoming more accessible and disability-friendly, offering meaningful ways for people with disabilities to participate and be celebrated. By David McManus – Disability Support Guide While

Annecto Incorporated, a prominent Australia-based provider of aged care and disability support services, announced it will cease all operations in July 2025, ending more than 70 years of service across Victoria, NSW, Queensland, and the ACT. By 9News Serving over 3,000 clients and employing around 1,000 staff, the closure results from “service model shifts” and

As South Africa observes Child Protection Week, new data from Statistics South Africa’s 2022 Census has shed critical light on the urgent need to protect and uplift children with disabilities—especially in the education system. By Stats SA According to the report, over 2.5 million South Africans aged five and older are living with disabilities, representing

Menstrual health is not just a healthcare issue — it’s a matter of dignity, education, and inclusion. Yet for millions of South Africans, managing periods remains a monthly struggle that impacts access to school, work, and daily life. A new report has placed the cost of this ongoing crisis at an estimated R700 million annually