Accessibility in Practice
Accessibility is not only about physical access. It is about whether people can meaningfully participate in, navigate, understand, and feel welcome within the environments and services we create.
The session is grounded in person-centred care principles and informed by healthcare experience, neuroaffirming practice, and lived experience.
The Person First Framework™
This session is informed by the Person First Framework™, built on three principles.
Be Kind™
Recognising the impact of everyday interactions and design decisions
Be Curious™
Seeking to understand diverse access needs and experiences
Be Open to Learning™
Supporting reflection, responsiveness, and improvement
What This Session Covers
- Accessibility beyond physical access
- Sensory, cognitive, communication, and invisible access needs
- How environments and systems influence participation
- Neuroaffirming and disability-affirming approaches to practice
- Everyday barriers and practical opportunities for improvement
- Communication and service design that supports inclusion
Who This Is For
- Healthcare professionals and teams
- Leaders and managers
- Councils and community organisations
- Education and support services
- Local businesses and customer-facing teams
- Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Develop awareness of accessibility in practical, real-world contexts
- Understand how environments and communication affect participation
- Reflect on barriers within their own workplace or service
- Identify practical opportunities to improve accessibility
- Build confidence in applying person-centred accessibility principles
Delivery Options
Keynote
(45-60mins)
Workshop
(1.5-3hrs)
Full Day
(6hrs)
Important Information:
This program is delivered as professional development and education. It does not replace clinical, psychological, legal, or organisational consultancy services. All sessions are delivered within scope of practice and aligned with AHPRA and NMBA standards.
