Disability rights

Because people with disability should be able to thrive.
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Disability rights priorities

We work with people with disability, disability rights organisations and advocates to challenge discrimination and make our society more accessible, supportive and fair. Our work to improve the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) increases transparency and accountability, and leads to fairer decisions and policies.

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A fairer NDIS

Improving transparency and accountability

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Disability discrimination

Making society more equal and accessible

News and resources

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We called for stronger aviation protections for people with disability, including accessible booking, respectful screening, and fair voucher compensation in the Aviation Consumer Protections consultation.
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We assisted Lisa Robinson in a complaint against Air New Zealand. In a win for passengers with assistance animals, the airline has changed its policy.
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We assisted Lisa Robinson with a complaint after Air New Zealand prevented her from flying with her assistance animal in the cabin.
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The Justice and Equity Centre made a submission responding to the Australian Government’s Consultation Paper on Aviation Consumer Protections – Primary Legislation. This consultation focused on how the aviation consumer
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Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners spoke about the systemic barriers that prevent equal access to air travel for people with disability.
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People who use mobility aids often face unfair barriers when flying. Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners said airlines need to do better.

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