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Why is being preventable the supposed requirement for a public health issue?
Public health problems are defined as medical issues that affect a significant proportion of a specific population. Despite this...
studentsfirstaustr
Oct 5, 20222 min read


Pressure to be positive
We live in a society of external forces and systems that tell us how to look, live, act and even what to believe. These standards are...
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Aug 13, 20222 min read


"Diversity is a mix and inclusion is making the mix work" - Andrés Tapia
In the workforce, there is a severe under-representation of individuals with a disability. Many experience bullying, discrimination,...
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Jul 17, 20222 min read


It's time for the hate to end
Individuals with disabilities all over the globe suffer the effects of discrimination, ableism, prejudice and harassment. Disability hate...
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Jun 11, 20222 min read


Paralympians don't overcome their disability, they smash records and win medals
Olympians represent and demonstrate peak physical achievements and feats in sport. It is beyond a wonder how these individuals push...
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Apr 21, 20222 min read


Melbourne Disability Expo
At the beginning of April I attended the Disability Expo run by the Impact Institute. There were many different organisations present,...
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Apr 13, 20222 min read


How culture can change everything
Autism is a highly complex disorder that affects individuals across the globe in every country and so as a result the symptoms of autism...
studentsfirstaustr
Mar 23, 20221 min read


Walk for Autism
Students First Australia is participating in the Walk for Autism event held by Autism Spectrum Australia, where for 8 days from the 27th...
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Mar 1, 20221 min read


Travel Without Limits!
Covid has severely impacted such a core aspect of our cross-national connectivity - travel. I myself have only travelled overseas once or...
studentsfirstaustr
Jan 11, 20222 min read


Access to sport shouldn't be a hurdle to better health
Sport is such a vital aspect of life, it allows for us to connect to others, to pursue our fitness goals and improve health outcomes....
studentsfirstaustr
Jul 24, 20212 min read


Learning about Disability Awareness from Activist Amanda Carter-Philpott
On the 10th of July, I attended a disability awareness event held by Women's Equality Party with guest speaker Amanda Carter-Philpott,...
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Jul 15, 20212 min read


Changing the narrative with media
Media is a powerful tool, it can propel change, inspire movements and challenge norms. However, when it comes to the representation of...
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Jul 8, 20212 min read


Learning Makaton with PiP for Learning Disability Week
On June 25th, I attended a class to celebrate Learning Disability Week held by PiP. Pursuing Independent Paths (PiP) is a foundation in...
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Jul 1, 20212 min read


Spread the word to end the word
The r-word shows how hurtful words can become so normative in society that many disregard its true meaning. This ignorance is no excuse...
studentsfirstaustr
Jun 25, 20211 min read


The Power of Art
Covid 19 has impacted the very cultural and artistic heart of our community. No longer could we, while staying home, access the theatre,...
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May 7, 20212 min read


So it begins...
There are many factors that impede opportunity in education: socioeconomic, home life, mental health, distribution of IQ and countless...
studentsfirstaustr
Apr 30, 20212 min read
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