NDS Disability at Work Conference 2016
Framing the Future
30-31 May 2016
National Convention Centre, Canberra
Contents
1. Conference introduction
2. Exhibitors
3. Registration
Rates, Online Registration, Inclusions, Employment Forum Dinner, Interpreters, Payment, Tax Invoices, Cancellation
4. Day 1 Preliminary Program
5. Day 2 Preliminary Program
6. Delegate Information
Conference venue, Destination, Climate, What to wear, Parking, Transport, Registration Desk, Phone numbers, Liability
7. Accommodation, Conference venue, alternate options
8. Information disclaimer
9. Contacts
Overview
The Federal Government will soon make decisions on a new disability employment framework which should provide increased choice for people with disability and scope for innovation by providers. Implementing this framework will require rethinking some key aspects of disability employment support.
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is exploring ways to improve the current stagnant employment rate for people with disability. NDS believes there needs to be an emphasis on designing flexible, innovative supports that effectively engage employers, people with disability, service providers and government. Specifically, the framework will need to:
· provide individualised funding in a market-based environment
· support employers and create jobs
· enhance ongoing support and supported employment
· use technology creatively
The Disability at Work conference will focus on developing employment options for people with disability. It is designed for employment service providers (open and supported and social enterprises) and professionals interested in promoting a broad range of employment opportunities for people with disability.
CORPORATE SPONSOR
Jobs Australia
EXHIBITORS
ParaQuad NSW & Brightsky Australia
RITEQ
enableHR
ClubMates Travel
National Disability Practitioners
Care Careers
Workability International
The IT Department
Visicase
National Disability Services would like to acknowledge that this conference has been granted funding by the Department of Social Services under the Disability and Carer Support scheme.
For sponsorship, exhibition and advertising opportunities, contact Julie Walton on or 02 9256 3115.
Registration Fees
If you are not sure which rate to pay, please email the membership team on
(all prices are per person and include GST)
NDS MEMBERS
Early bird Registration* $540
2 Day Registration $565
1 Day Registration $330
Group Registration** $540 per person
INDUSTRY SUPPORTER & RESEARCH AFFILIATE SUBSCRIBERS
Early Bird Registration* $645
2 Day Registration $675
1 Day Registration $395
NON-MEMBERS
Early Bird Registration* $760
2 Day Registration $790
1 Day Registration $460
* Early Bird rate applies to registrations and payments received by Friday, 22 April.
** Group rate is applicable for NATIONAL DISABILITY SERVICES MEMBERS ONLY. Group rate is per person and applies to 4 or more delegates attending the conference from the same NDS member organisation. If we do not receive the minimum requirements for the group rate, you will be issued with an additional invoice for the difference between the full registration and group rate.
***Registrations will close at 5pm AEST on Wednesday, 25 May
Register Online at https://ors.eventsair.com/nds-disability-at-work-2016/registrations (hyperlink)
Registration Inclusions
The registration fee includes entry to all conference sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunches and satchel with program.
Participation Requirements
The venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have any conference participation requirements (eg hearing loop, captioning, interpreters, large print program etc) please indicate when registering online no later than Friday, 6 May to ensure availability. These conference supports will be available upon request only. Attendees will need to organise their own personal carers.
Disability and Carer Support
NDS has received funding from the Australian Government Department of Social Services to assist people with disability and their carers to attend the conference.
Support to attend the conference may be provided in the form of full or part funding to cover registration fees, travel costs, accommodation charges or conference support costs. The amount available to individuals will be dependent upon the number of people who apply for funding assistance.
If you would like to apply or require further information, contact Julie Walton on 02 9256 3115 or by Friday, 6 May.
Cocktail Function
When Monday, 30 May 2016
Time 5.00pm – 6.30pm
Venue National Convention Centre, Canberra
Cost $60 per person (cost not included in registration fee)
Payment Details
Preferred method of payment is by credit card - MasterCard and Visa only. If paying by cheque please make payable to National Disability Services.
All accounts must be paid in full prior to attending the conference.
Tax Invoices
All registration fees are inclusive of GST. Upon successful processing of your online registration, you will receive a confirmation letter and tax invoice by email within minutes of registering. Please direct all invoice requests to
Conference & Cocktail Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made in writing to National Disability Services. Full refunds will be paid up to Friday, 13 May. An administration fee of AUD$50 will apply to all cancellations. If you are unable to attend, substitute delegates from the same organisation are welcome. Please advise NDS of any cancellations or transfers in writing to
No refunds will be made for non-attendance at the NDS Disability at Work Conference or cocktail function.
Preliminary Program
DAY 1, Monday, 30 May 2016
8.15am – 9.15am Registration – Arrival Tea and coffee
9.15am - 11.00am Plenary
Welcome To Country
Agnes Shea, Elder of the Ngunnowal People
Welcome and Opening
Joan McKenna Kerr, President of National Disability Services
What’s next for disability employment?
The Hon. Jane Prentice MP, Assistant Minister for Disability Services
Disability Excellence Awards
The Hon. Jane Prentice MP, Assistant Minister for Disability
Developing a desire to work
Darren Coppin, Esher House
11.00am – 11.30am MORNING TEA
11.30am-1.00pm Plenary
Let’s join the dots – can we see the picture?
Ken Baker, Chief Executive, National Disability Services
Panel: How can we drive the Employment opportunities for people with disability?
Facilitated by: Ken Baker, NDS
Louise Glanville, NDIA & Prue Hawkins, Empire Barristers & Solicitors
1.00pm – 2.00pm LUNCH
2.00pm – 3.30pm Concurrent Sessions
Open Employment – Innovation
2.00pm – 2.30pm Right Support, Right Job, Works Everywhere
Olivia Sorre, MJP Employment Services
2.30pm – 3.00pm Opportunities for innovation: bringing the policy drivers together
Chris Gration, CoAct
3.00pm – 3.30pm Peer work in action
Damien Becker, Prue McCarthy & Valerie Thompson, Ability Links North West Alliance
Open Employment – Business Challenges
2.00pm – 2.30pm The impact of Star Ratings on service provision
Ann Nevile, ANU
2.30pm – 3.00pm Partnerships deliver results
Justin Brown, Castle Personnel
3.00pm – 3.30pm Business Initiatives in the current DES environment
Bill Gamack, Epic Assist
Supported Employment – Innovation
2.00pm – 2.30pm New approaches to supporting people with disability in employment
Lisa Browne, Kalianna Enterprises
2.30pm – 3.00pm Customised employment
Nadine Stephen, Koomarri
3.00pm – 3.30pm ‘New ways to solve Old problems’ Innovation through social enterprises
Fiona Beermier, Intework
Supported Employment – Business Challenges
2.00pm – 2.30pm ‘On the road to sustainability’ - Wallara Logistic’s journey
Warren Kemp, Axial Enterprises & Garry Baker, Wallara Logistics
2.30pm – 3.00pm Ongoing employment and business development
Steve Beard, The Accounting Professionals
3.00pm – 3.30pm The interaction between employment and community participation
Tony Fitzgerald, Outlook & Liz Neville, National Disability Services
3.30pm – 4.00pm AFTERNOON TEA
4.00pm – 5.00pm Plenary
Productivity Bootcamp
Paul Breen, Productivity Bootcamp
5.00pm – 6.30pm Conference Cocktail function
DAY 2, Tuesday, 31 May 2016
8.30am – 9.00am Registration – Arrival Tea and coffee
9.00am-10.45am Plenary
Welcome
Rohan Braddy, NDS Board Member
What’s next for disability employment?
The Hon. Jenny Macklin MP, Shadow Minister for Disability Reform
Bridging the Gap
Prue Hawkins, Empire Barristers & Solicitors
Career creation – the Micro Enterprise
Project
Jayne Barrett, Community Living Project
10.45am – 11.15am MORNING TEA
11.15am – 12.30pm Concurrent Plenary Sessions
Open Employment
11.15am – 11.55am Redesigning DES
Peter Broadhead, Department of Social Services
11.55am – 12.30pm Panel: How to better engage employers
Gail Johnson, Department of Defence
Jenny Lambert, ACCI
Supported Employment
11.15am – 11.55am Shaping the evolution of ADEs
Lis Kelly, Department of Social Services
11.55am – 12.30pm Launch of ADE Campaign Social Impact
Tool
Ken Baker & Daniel Kyriacou, National Disability Services
12.30pm – 1.30pm LUNCH
1.30pm – 3.30pm Concurrent Plenary Sessions
Open Employment
1.30pm – 2.10pm Identifying opportunities for DES providers under the NDIS
Peter De Natris, NDIA & Leah Twaits, Karingal
2.10pm – 2.50pm Closing the gap between the supply and demand sides of disability employment
Dr Katherine Moore, QUT Business School
2.50pm – 3.30pm How early intervention can increase skill and human capital in the workforce
Jeff Borlund, University of Melbourne
Supported Employment
1.30pm – 2.10pm Meeting the challenges of ADE transition to an NDIS environment
Brett Lacey, House with no Steps; Miranda Garnett, Koomari and Kevin Todeschini, Colony 47
2.10pm – 2.50pm Wage setting in supported employment – the living wage
Chris Christodoulou, Greenacres & Kerrie Langford, National Disability Services
2.50pm – 3.30pm Supported employment pricing and funding under the NDIS- where to from here?
Paul Musso, NDS
Transition to work
1.30pm – 2.10pm NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports – a pathway to employment
Jo Battersby & Jillian Paull, NDIA
2.10pm – 2.50pm Evaluation of Ticket to Work
Andrew Hawkins, ARTD & Michelle Wakeford, Ticket to Work
2.50pm – 3.30pm Mariott Employment Services’ Ambassadors Program
3.30pm – 3.45pm AFTERNOON TEA
Program Disclaimer
National Disability Services Limited (NDS)believes that the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing. However, NDS reserves the right tovary any of the speakers, topicsor times referred to in this publication without further notice. Any conference or public forum referred to in this publication may involve the presentation of information by speakers or other persons (Presentations). The views expressed in any Presentations are not necessarily the views of NDS andNDS does not warrant or represent that the Presentations are accurate or suitable for anyspecific needs. The Presentationsare intended to provide general information onlythatshould not be relied oninstead of other legal, medical, financial or professional advice.
Venue and Accommodation
Conference Venue
National Convention Centre, Canberra
31 Constitution Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: 02 6276 5200
Web: http://www.nccc.com.au/ (hyperlink)
Located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), the immediacy of the Centre to the National Convention Centre to the Australian Government, decision makers and other institutions makes it an ideal place to meet, greet and inspire. Holding an event at the Convention Centre is a wonderful opportunity to improve the visibility of your business or organisation.
Canberra is conveniently located between Sydney and Melbourne and is a great destination for delegates with easy access via road, air or rail. The Centre follows up on this theme of ease of access by offering the very best proximity to accommodation, ranging from three star to five star hotels and serviced apartments.
Destination Canberra
The capital offers visitors an abundance of festivals and events, outdoor activities, natural beauty and world class attractions. There’s loads to see and do, taste and try, explore and experience in our vibrant city. Learn about hip new restaurants and the best in boutique shopping.
At the heart of Canberra is Lake Burley Griffin. It is surrounded by galleries and museums that house Australia’s art and historical collections interspersed with parks, open spaces and walking and cycling paths. The lake is popular with locals and visitors alike – explore its shores by walking, running or riding around it or get out on the water for a different perspective.
To find out what is happening in Canberra during your stay, visit: http://visitcanberra.com.au/events/find (hyperlink)
Climate
Autumn in Canberra has cool nights and mild days with an average minimum of 7 degrees and average maximum 20 degrees.
What To Wear
Conference Sessions Business attire
Cocktail Function Smart casual/business attire
Parking
Car parking is available at $18 per day (subject to availability).
Taxis
National Convention Centre is approximately a 10 minute drive from the airport. The taxi fare from the airport to the conference venue is approximately $25.
Registration Desk
The registration desk will be open during the following hours;
Monday, 30 May 8.15am-5.00pm
Tuesday, 31 May 8.30am-2.00pm
Liability
In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, NDS is unable to accept responsibility for loss of monies incurred by participants. Participants should make their own arrangements with respect to both personal and travel insurance.
Information Disclaimer
The information provided in this document is correct at the time of publishing. Taxi and parking prices should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Conference participants are responsible for making their own hotel accommodation bookings direct with the hotel of their choice. NDS has negotiated rates with the nearby hotels over the conference dates. These hotels have limited availability of conference rate rooms and bookings are subject to cancellation clauses subject to the hotels discretion.
To book accommodation at the venue or surrounding hotels at negotiated rates, go to the accommodation link:
https://ep.ozaccom.com.au/public/DWC16/accommodation.aspx (hyperlink)
Contacts
or 02 9256 3133