Observed globally on December 3, International Day of People with Disability was proclaimed by the United Nations in 1992 to promote the rights and wellbeing of persons with disabilities and to raise awareness of the barriers they face.
This year’s theme, ‘Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress’, calls on communities to create environments where people with disability are leaders and active participants driving sustainable development and social progress.
Campaspe Shire Council, in partnership with local healthcare and disability support services, invites community members to join in free, inclusive celebrations marking the day.
The Echuca event, on Tuesday, December 2, will feature inclusive games and activities, local business stalls, guest speakers, food and drinks, and accessible amenities.
It will be hosted by Intereach in partnership with u-Choose, Echuca Regional Health, Community Living and Respite Services, Kyabram District Health Service, We Are Vivid, and Campaspe Shire Council.
The event at Echuca East Recreation Reserve, Sutton St, will run from 10am to 1pm.
An event in Rochester on Wednesday, December 3, will be headlined by guest speaker Col Pearse.
On at Rochester Secondary College CVCC, 26 Edward St, Rochester, the event runs from 9.30am to noon. Col will speak from 9.30am to 10.30am.
This vibrant community event will include Dairy Fresh Gelato, smoothie bikes, inclusive games and pop-up activities, a sensory space and AUSLAN interpreters.
Families, carers, community members and service providers are all welcome to connect, learn and celebrate inclusion.
The event is proudly supported by Rochester and Elmore District Health Service, Kyabram District Health Service, Campaspe Shire Council and Rochester Secondary College.
KDHS will also be celebrating the day. Stay up to date on event details via its Facebook page: facebook.com/kyabramdistricthealthservice
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