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Panel: Disability and inclusion in the workplace – a panel for students by the Careers CentreÌý

Wed, 23 Sep • 12–1:30 pmÌý
New Law Building

Whether you’re curious about career paths for graduates with a disability, or just generally passionate about diversity and inclusion, this panel hosted by the University’s Careers Centre will connect students and professionals.

You'll leave the event with new-found knowledge about best practices for fostering an inclusive work environment, and ideas for what your future career journey may look like.

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Event: Usher Syndrome: About Us, With UsÌý

Tue, 29 Sep • 4–6 pm
Susan Wakil Health Building

A belated celebration of Usher Syndrome Awareness Day.ÌýHear from members of the Usher community as they share their journeys with hearing and sight loss, alongside the launch of a book for university students and professionals in health and social care: ‘Usher Syndrome: About Us, by Us’.

Hosted by the University’s Centre for Disability Research and Policy, this event creates a safe space where stories can be shared and questions asked.Ìý

The event will also feature a special comedy performance by deafblind drag queen Dizzy Bility.

Afternoon tea provided.

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Event: Braille by LucaÌý– Braille WorkshopÌý

Thu, 10 Sep, 1–3 pm
Susan Wakil Health Building

Experience a free, engaging and interactive Braille Workshop led by Luca Weber and his team, whose lived experience and passion for accessibility, inclusion and disability awareness led to the creation of .

In this session, you’ll be invited to understand the world of Braille through hands-on experience designed to build understanding of vision impairment and accessible communication.

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Activation: Sydney Uni Sport come-and-try wheelchair sports Ìý

Mon, 7 Sep, 11 am–2 pm
Eastern Avenue

Wheelchair NSW will be taking over Eastern Avenue with a fun, accessible come-and-try activation to raise awareness about inclusive sports.

No registration required.

Tour: Audio Descriptive Tour of Migrating Modernism

Fri, 18 September and Mon, 28 September, 3 pm–04:30 pm
Chau Chak Wing Museum

Experience an interactive tour of the Chau Chak Wing Museum’s Migrating Modernism: The Architecture of Harry Seidler exhibition for visitors who are blind or have low vision.

Through detailed descriptions and discussion, participants will be guided through this fascinating exhibition, exploring the life, work, and legacy of one of Australia's most influential architects.

Participants can experience audio descriptions of artworks in the exhibition and tactile objects in the gallery where they will get the chance to handle materials related to the exhibition.Ìý
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Event: Photography WorkshopÌý– Learn how to take great photos with JenÌý

Thu, 10 Sep, 10–11:30 amÌý
Susan Wakil Health Building

Organised by the University’s Acquired Brain Injury Communication Lab, join this free, practical workshop run by Jen, a photographer with lived experience of aphasia.

No fancy equipment requiredÌý– just bring yourself and your phone! Lunch will be provided.Ìý

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