Share Draft All Abilities Action Plan on FacebookShare Draft All Abilities Action Plan on TwitterShare Draft All Abilities Action Plan on LinkedinEmail Draft All Abilities Action Plan link
The Draft All Abilities Action Plan (Disability Action Plan) was co-designed by a team of people, including those with a disability, carers and disability service providers who live or work in the City of Kingston. The Co-design team provided advice on how to consult with people with disability and carers, as well as provide their ideas and suggestions for what they would like to see in Kingston’s All Abilities Action Plan.
Community consultation also helped shape the plan and we would like to thank everyone who participated in and gave feedback, especially the members of the Co-Design Team.
What we heard
The feedback gathered from surveys and community conversations has been organised into the following four key themes, as developed in collaboration with the Co-Design Team. These themes and outcome statements encompass the aspirations and needs of the community and are:
Priority 1: Changing attitudes and caring communication.
Creating an environment of acceptance, understanding, and accessible communication is central to this theme. The focus is on promoting positive attitudes towards people with disability and ensuring that information is accessible to everyone. The objective is to encourage an open and accepting community where people with disabilities are treated with patience, respect, and understanding.
Priority 2: Healthy and active lifestyle.
Ensuring that everyone can enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle within Kingston is a priority. This theme highlights the importance of accessible outdoor spaces, inclusive playgrounds, and opportunities for sports and recreational activities. The aim is to provide an environment where people of all abilities can engage in physical activities, access nature, and connect with their community while prioritising their well-being.
Priority 3: Getting around Kingston.
Facilitating easy and safe movement throughout Kingston is the core of this theme. The emphasis is on improving transportation options, parking facilities, and infrastructure to enable accessible navigation. The goal is to ensure that people with disability can move freely, independently, and safely across Kingston, promoting their overall engagement with the community.
Priority 4: Participating in the workforce.
People with disability in Kingston want to actively contribute and participate in the workforce. This theme focuses on creating an environment where individuals with disabilities can find meaningful employment and contribute to the community as both employees and volunteers. The goal is to empower people with disability to feel valued and integrated within the workforce, thereby enhancing their overall well-being and community involvement.
Have your say
Now that we have a draft All Abilities Action Plan we want to make sure we've got it right. Complete the survey to let us know! If you require assistance, please reach out to let us know.
Email: community@kingston.vic.gov.au Phone: 1300 653 356 Mail: All Abilities Action Plan, City of Kingston, PO Box 1000, Mentone VIC 3194
Consultation closed on Monday 5 February.
One in five Australians has a disability of some form. Under the Victorian Disability Act, every council in Victoria is required to have a four-year Disability Action Plan. The plan must set out actions to ensure that people with a disability have the opportunity to access community facilities and participate in community life.
The Draft All Abilities Action Plan (Disability Action Plan) was co-designed by a team of people, including those with a disability, carers and disability service providers who live or work in the City of Kingston. The Co-design team provided advice on how to consult with people with disability and carers, as well as provide their ideas and suggestions for what they would like to see in Kingston’s All Abilities Action Plan.
Community consultation also helped shape the plan and we would like to thank everyone who participated in and gave feedback, especially the members of the Co-Design Team.
What we heard
The feedback gathered from surveys and community conversations has been organised into the following four key themes, as developed in collaboration with the Co-Design Team. These themes and outcome statements encompass the aspirations and needs of the community and are:
Priority 1: Changing attitudes and caring communication.
Creating an environment of acceptance, understanding, and accessible communication is central to this theme. The focus is on promoting positive attitudes towards people with disability and ensuring that information is accessible to everyone. The objective is to encourage an open and accepting community where people with disabilities are treated with patience, respect, and understanding.
Priority 2: Healthy and active lifestyle.
Ensuring that everyone can enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle within Kingston is a priority. This theme highlights the importance of accessible outdoor spaces, inclusive playgrounds, and opportunities for sports and recreational activities. The aim is to provide an environment where people of all abilities can engage in physical activities, access nature, and connect with their community while prioritising their well-being.
Priority 3: Getting around Kingston.
Facilitating easy and safe movement throughout Kingston is the core of this theme. The emphasis is on improving transportation options, parking facilities, and infrastructure to enable accessible navigation. The goal is to ensure that people with disability can move freely, independently, and safely across Kingston, promoting their overall engagement with the community.
Priority 4: Participating in the workforce.
People with disability in Kingston want to actively contribute and participate in the workforce. This theme focuses on creating an environment where individuals with disabilities can find meaningful employment and contribute to the community as both employees and volunteers. The goal is to empower people with disability to feel valued and integrated within the workforce, thereby enhancing their overall well-being and community involvement.
Have your say
Now that we have a draft All Abilities Action Plan we want to make sure we've got it right. Complete the survey to let us know! If you require assistance, please reach out to let us know.
Email: community@kingston.vic.gov.au Phone: 1300 653 356 Mail: All Abilities Action Plan, City of Kingston, PO Box 1000, Mentone VIC 3194
Consultation closed on Monday 5 February.
One in five Australians has a disability of some form. Under the Victorian Disability Act, every council in Victoria is required to have a four-year Disability Action Plan. The plan must set out actions to ensure that people with a disability have the opportunity to access community facilities and participate in community life.
Page last updated: 06 Feb 2024, 01:57 PM
Lifecycle
Recruit: Co-Design Team - EOI
Draft All Abilities Action Plan has finished this stage
EOI closed on Sunday 30 April 2023.
Phase 1: Community Consultation
Draft All Abilities Action Plan has finished this stage
This consultation closed on Sunday 13 August 2023.
Under review
Draft All Abilities Action Plan has finished this stage
Contributions to this consultation are closed for evaluation and review. The project team will report back on key outcomes.
Phase 2: Community Feedback
Draft All Abilities Action Plan has finished this stage
This is your opportunity to review and provide feedback on the draft All Abilities Action Plan. Did we get it right?
This consultation closed on Monday 5 February 2024.
Final Action Plan Adopted
Draft All Abilities Action Plan is currently at this stage
The Action Plan will be refined based on outcomes of the consultation and presented to Council for endorsement.