Learn about our project
There is a rich, untapped talent pool of around 113,000 Australians with a disability that are unemployed and looking for work. This presents a prime opportunity for employers to bridge the gap, leading to greater inclusivity and economic productivity.
To open up new benefits for businesses and employees alike, SSI has outlined four commitments for employers to follow:
Read the report
Delve deeper into our commitments, read contributions by disability advocate Carly Findlay OAM and SSI CEO Violet Roumeliotis, and discover a range of notable case studies in our full report.
Discover more resources
Employers can often feel overwhelmed on knowing how to best recruit and support staff with disability.
Learn how your business can unlock its full potential by visiting these crucial resources:
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SSI hosted the Pathways to Possibilities Symposium in February 2024, in partnership with Jobs Australia, National Disability Services (NDS), and the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce.
We explored the current economic participation of people with disability and identified ways to drive meaningful change. Together with 165 attendees, the day’s discussions centred on the voices of those with lived experience.
Join us
As part of Pathways to Possibilities, SSI is managing a Community of Practice program for businesses and organisations to take part in.
The group will focus on building capacity, addressing challenges, sharing best practices, and developing inclusive employment strategies.
We invite you to express your interest in joining this dynamic and impactful community.
Get in touch
To find out more about Pathways to Possibilities, please email: ssilac.engagements@ndis.gov.au
If you have a general enquiry about SSI, please email: info@ssi.org.au