My Radio and Other Career Experiences
Contributed by Nathan Slachter I currently work in breakfast radio show for Get Cereal at SYN 90.7 FM. I have also previously launched my own radio show called Nation Builders which is currently in hiatus. For more information please visit this site: https://www.facebook.com/nationbuildersradio/?fref=nf I also work on the care line which is a national […]
When One Struggles with People’s Perceptions, One Must Persevere and Have Faith
Contributed by Nathan Slachter In a world where we now seem to judge each other harsher than ever, I seek to show people that judgement (especially against those with a disability) isn’t necessary. In my early years I can remember it being very hard to fit in and make friends. Growing up wasn’t easy […]
My Aspirations About Living Independently Some Day
Contributed by Storm Robbins In today’s blog, I will talk about my goal of living independently one day. The reason why I want to be independent is because I want to feel like I am able-bodied person instead of having to rely on others for help all the time. I worry about my future […]
Sharing my Learning About Job Interviews to Other Job Interviewees Out there
Contributed by Storm Robbins In today’s blog I will be talking about my experience at the wear for success office where I had to do a workshop on improving my chances at a job interview. The main thing I have learnt in that workshop was to “sell your good points” but also make sure “your […]
V/Line Accessibility Action Plan 2015-2018
Contributed by Brian Caccianiga V/Lines accessibility Action Plan has been in motion now for the past 3 years with the most recent annual Forum on Dec 3rd 2015. This is the second year I have attended. The AAP 2015-2018 was developed to lead the business in taking meaningful steps to improve accessibility to […]
Blood Sweat and Tears – The Unashamed and Inevitable Struggle
Written by Evan Bichara Born in Egypt. Having also Greek ancestry. Still currently – speaking fluently both foreign languages. Evan Migrated with his family. Mum, Dad and his two wonderful sisters to a land…..what was then and is more of today a very Multicultural society. That society was to be Australia. Therefore – […]
A “Dignity Experience”: What It Means to Me
Written by Evan Bichara [note from Speakers Bank: We thank Evan for sharing this piece; it was one of those he wrote a while back as part of his advocacy work] An experience when I felt that I was treated with dignity was when I was awarded the Victorian Mental Health Community Award […]
More Insights to my Day: A Day in the Life of Michael
Written by Michael Burrowes When I am just at home, I keep myself busy by doing everyday household little jobs. I try to be of much help as I can. I help with doing the dishes after everyone finishes with dinner and cleaning up the kitchen. I take the rubbish out in the […]
My Experience and Challenges of Looking after my Toddler Nephew
Written by Storm Robbins Having a disability is tough enough, but then imagine trying to look after a toddler as well. In this blog Iwant to share with you some of the challenges that my mum and I have to contend with when looking after a my nephew toddler. Time Management. The first issue is […]
Living Independently: What My Daily Life is Like
Written by Michael Burrowes My story begins about 3 years ago this December, I have moved into assisted supportive housing in Box Hill North. I share a house with 3 girls and 2 boys. As years went by I have started to develop my “independence living skills” such as making my bed, doing my […]